Arthur Farmer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arthur Farmer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN03126 |
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
Mike Masselink
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arthur Farmer Lake Dam?
Arthur Farmer 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 Arthur Farmer Lake Dam?
Arthur Farmer Lake Dam is owned by Mike Masselink (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Arthur Farmer Lake Dam?
Arthur Farmer 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 Arthur Farmer Lake Dam?
Arthur Farmer Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Arthur Farmer Lake Dam last inspected?
Arthur Farmer Lake Dam was last inspected on December 30, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.