Pritchard Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Pritchard Park Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 135 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00690 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
INDIANAPOLIS POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Pritchard Park Dam?
Pritchard Park Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pritchard Park Dam?
Pritchard Park Dam is owned by INDIANAPOLIS POWER AND LIGHT COMPANY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pritchard Park Dam built?
Pritchard Park Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Pritchard Park Dam?
Pritchard Park Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pritchard Park Dam?
Pritchard Park Dam has a dam height of 28 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Pritchard Park Dam last inspected?
Pritchard Park Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.