Bittner Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bittner Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 24 ft (taller than 38.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00656 |
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
Cletus Edna Bittner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bittner Lake Dam?
Bittner 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 Bittner Lake Dam?
Bittner Lake Dam is owned by Cletus Edna Bittner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bittner Lake Dam built?
Bittner Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Bittner Lake Dam?
Bittner 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 Bittner Lake Dam?
Bittner Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Bittner Lake Dam last inspected?
Bittner Lake Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.