Aitken Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Aitken Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 802 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00700 |
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
EDWARD WILLS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Aitken Lake Dam?
Aitken Lake 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 Aitken Lake Dam?
Aitken Lake Dam is owned by EDWARD WILLS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Aitken Lake Dam built?
Aitken Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Aitken Lake Dam?
Aitken 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 Aitken Lake Dam?
Aitken Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Aitken Lake Dam last inspected?
Aitken Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.