Brown Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brown Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,670 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03178 |
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
BROWN PARK LAKE SUBDIVISION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brown Park Lake Dam?
Brown Park 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 Brown Park Lake Dam?
Brown Park Lake Dam is owned by BROWN PARK LAKE SUBDIVISION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown Park Lake Dam built?
Brown Park Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Brown Park Lake Dam?
Brown Park 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 Brown Park Lake Dam?
Brown Park 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 Brown Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Brown Park Lake Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.