Birk Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Birk Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 415 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 21 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00617 |
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
Birk Lake Owners
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Birk Lake Dam?
Birk 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 Birk Lake Dam?
Birk Lake Dam is owned by Birk Lake Owners (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Birk Lake Dam built?
Birk Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Birk Lake Dam?
Birk 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 Birk Lake Dam?
Birk 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 Birk Lake Dam last inspected?
Birk Lake Dam was last inspected on May 6, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.