Adams Lake Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Adams Lake Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Max Storage | 942 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 269 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03117 |
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
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Adams Lake Control Structure?
Adams Lake Control Structure 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 Adams Lake Control Structure?
Adams Lake Control Structure is owned by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adams Lake Control Structure built?
Adams Lake Control Structure was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Adams Lake Control Structure?
Adams Lake Control Structure 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 Adams Lake Control Structure?
Adams Lake Control Structure has a dam height of 7 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 Adams Lake Control Structure last inspected?
Adams Lake Control Structure was last inspected on February 27, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.