Teeters Dam
Key Takeaway
Teeters Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 195 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 434 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00124 |
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
LAWSON PROPERTIES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Teeters Dam?
Teeters 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 Teeters Dam?
Teeters Dam is owned by LAWSON PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Teeters Dam built?
Teeters Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Teeters Dam?
Teeters Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Teeters Dam?
Teeters Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Teeters Dam last inspected?
Teeters Dam was last inspected on August 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.