Beaver Creek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaver Creek Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 41 ft (taller than 87.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 173 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00022 |
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
JASPER MUNICIPAL WATER UTILITY
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Beaver Creek Lake Dam?
Beaver Creek 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 Beaver Creek Lake Dam?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam is owned by JASPER MUNICIPAL WATER UTILITY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaver Creek Lake Dam built?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Beaver Creek Lake Dam?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beaver Creek Lake Dam?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Beaver Creek Lake Dam last inspected?
Beaver Creek Lake Dam was last inspected on November 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.