Boyd Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boyd Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 79 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00579 |
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
JEFFREY AND KIMBERLY FLEISCHMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boyd Lake Dam?
Boyd 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 Boyd Lake Dam?
Boyd Lake Dam is owned by JEFFREY AND KIMBERLY FLEISCHMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boyd Lake Dam built?
Boyd Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Boyd Lake Dam?
Boyd 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 Boyd Lake Dam?
Boyd Lake Dam 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 Boyd Lake Dam last inspected?
Boyd Lake Dam was last inspected on April 10, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.