Bell Conservation Lake
Key Takeaway
Bell Conservation Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 73 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 226 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1939 (87 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00427 |
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
BELL CONSERVATION CLUB
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bell Conservation Lake?
Bell Conservation Lake 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 Bell Conservation Lake?
Bell Conservation Lake is owned by BELL CONSERVATION CLUB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bell Conservation Lake built?
Bell Conservation Lake was completed in 1939, making it 87 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Bell Conservation Lake?
Bell Conservation Lake has a dam height of 27 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 Bell Conservation Lake last inspected?
Bell Conservation Lake was last inspected on January 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.