Chambers Lake
Key Takeaway
Chambers Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 27.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 544 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 32 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00600 |
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
WILLIAM CHAMBERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chambers Lake?
Chambers Lake 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 Chambers Lake?
Chambers Lake is owned by WILLIAM CHAMBERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chambers Lake built?
Chambers Lake was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Chambers Lake?
Chambers Lake 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 Chambers Lake?
Chambers Lake has a dam height of 21 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 Chambers Lake last inspected?
Chambers Lake was last inspected on August 20, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.