Broughton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Broughton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 81.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 312 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 69 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03177 |
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
James Broughton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Broughton Lake Dam?
Broughton 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 Broughton Lake Dam?
Broughton Lake Dam is owned by James Broughton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Broughton Lake Dam built?
Broughton Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Broughton Lake Dam?
Broughton 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 Broughton Lake Dam?
Broughton Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Broughton Lake Dam last inspected?
Broughton Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.