Arnold Lake Dam

Monroe, Indiana· Earth· 26 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Arnold Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN)
Dam Length190 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage17 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDIN04049

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 17, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

RONALD G. ARNOLD & BETTY C.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arnold Lake Dam?

Arnold 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 Arnold Lake Dam?

Arnold Lake Dam is owned by RONALD G. ARNOLD & BETTY C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

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 26 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 May 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.