Bass Haven Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bass Haven Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,358 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00713 |
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
DR. ROGER L. BUCK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bass Haven Lake Dam?
Bass Haven 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 Bass Haven Lake Dam?
Bass Haven Lake Dam is owned by DR. ROGER L. BUCK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bass Haven Lake Dam built?
Bass Haven Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Bass Haven Lake Dam?
Bass Haven 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 Bass Haven Lake Dam?
Bass Haven Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Bass Haven Lake Dam last inspected?
Bass Haven Lake Dam was last inspected on May 3, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.