Camp Livingston Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Livingston Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 95.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 356 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 260 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00152 |
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
JEWISH AGENCIES OF CINCINNATI
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Livingston Lake Dam?
Camp Livingston 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 Livingston Lake Dam?
Camp Livingston Lake Dam is owned by JEWISH AGENCIES OF CINCINNATI (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Livingston Lake Dam built?
Camp Livingston Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Livingston Lake Dam?
Camp Livingston 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 Livingston Lake Dam?
Camp Livingston Lake Dam has a dam height of 55 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 Livingston Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Livingston Lake Dam was last inspected on February 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.