Boyll Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Boyll Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 18.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,117 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00732 |
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
WARREN BOYLL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Boyll Lake Dam?
Boyll 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 Boyll Lake Dam?
Boyll Lake Dam is owned by WARREN BOYLL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Boyll Lake Dam built?
Boyll Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Boyll Lake Dam?
Boyll 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 Boyll Lake Dam?
Boyll Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Boyll Lake Dam last inspected?
Boyll Lake Dam was last inspected on January 16, 1984. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.