Amazon Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Amazon Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 613 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 399 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,211 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00478 |
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
AMAZON SHORES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Amazon Lake Dam?
Amazon 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 Amazon Lake Dam?
Amazon Lake Dam is owned by AMAZON SHORES HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amazon Lake Dam built?
Amazon Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Amazon Lake Dam?
Amazon 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 Amazon Lake Dam?
Amazon 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 Amazon Lake Dam last inspected?
Amazon Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.