Camp Arthur Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Arthur 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 | 20 ft (taller than 23% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,825 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00530 |
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
ARTHUR FOUNDATION INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Arthur Lake Dam?
Camp Arthur 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 Camp Arthur Lake Dam?
Camp Arthur Lake Dam is owned by ARTHUR FOUNDATION INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Arthur Lake Dam built?
Camp Arthur 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 Camp Arthur Lake Dam?
Camp Arthur 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 Camp Arthur Lake Dam?
Camp Arthur Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Camp Arthur Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Arthur Lake Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.