Brazil Lake
Key Takeaway
Brazil Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 338 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00636 |
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
Doug Ramsey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brazil Lake?
Brazil Lake 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 Brazil Lake?
Brazil Lake is owned by Doug Ramsey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brazil Lake built?
Brazil Lake was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Brazil Lake?
Brazil Lake 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 Brazil Lake?
Brazil Lake has a dam height of 39 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 Brazil Lake last inspected?
Brazil Lake was last inspected on February 16, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.