Bittersweet Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bittersweet Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | IN04027 |
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
BOOHER PROPERTIES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bittersweet Lake Dam?
Bittersweet 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 Bittersweet Lake Dam?
Bittersweet Lake Dam is owned by BOOHER PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bittersweet Lake Dam built?
Bittersweet Lake Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Bittersweet Lake Dam?
Bittersweet Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bittersweet Lake Dam?
Bittersweet Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Bittersweet Lake Dam last inspected?
Bittersweet Lake Dam was last inspected on August 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.