St. Peters Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
St. Peters Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,079 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00326 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Jerry Anderson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of St. Peters Lake Dam?
St. Peters Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates St. Peters Lake Dam?
St. Peters Lake Dam is owned by Jerry Anderson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was St. Peters Lake Dam built?
St. Peters Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 St. Peters Lake Dam?
St. Peters Lake 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 St. Peters Lake Dam?
St. Peters Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 St. Peters Lake Dam last inspected?
St. Peters Lake Dam was last inspected on February 15, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.