Upper Peoga Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Peoga Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 62.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 211 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03961 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PEOGA LAKES ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Peoga Lake Dam?
Upper Peoga Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Upper Peoga Lake Dam?
Upper Peoga Lake Dam is owned by PEOGA LAKES ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Peoga Lake Dam built?
Upper Peoga Lake Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Upper Peoga Lake Dam?
Upper Peoga Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Upper Peoga Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Peoga Lake Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.