Camp Carson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Carson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1926 and is 100 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 38.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 86 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1926 (100 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00622 |
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
TRS. EVANSVILLE YMCA ASSN.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Camp Carson Lake Dam?
Camp Carson 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 Carson Lake Dam?
Camp Carson Lake Dam is owned by TRS. EVANSVILLE YMCA ASSN. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Carson Lake Dam built?
Camp Carson Lake Dam was completed in 1926, making it 100 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 Carson Lake Dam?
Camp Carson 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 Carson Lake Dam?
Camp Carson Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Carson Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Carson Lake Dam was last inspected on December 2, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.