Blue Stone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Blue Stone Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 35.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 63 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03023 |
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
MICHAEL STEIN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Blue Stone Lake Dam?
Blue Stone 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 Blue Stone Lake Dam?
Blue Stone Lake Dam is owned by MICHAEL STEIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Blue Stone Lake Dam built?
Blue Stone Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Blue Stone Lake Dam?
Blue Stone 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 Blue Stone Lake Dam?
Blue Stone Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Blue Stone Lake Dam last inspected?
Blue Stone Lake Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.