Arnold Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arnold Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 6.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 389 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00673 |
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
ROBERT ARNOLD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arnold Lake Dam?
Arnold Lake 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 Arnold Lake Dam?
Arnold Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT ARNOLD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arnold Lake Dam built?
Arnold Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Arnold Lake Dam?
Arnold 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 Arnold Lake Dam?
Arnold Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Arnold Lake Dam last inspected?
Arnold Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.