Champion Acres Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Champion Acres Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 38.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 347 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 289 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00554 |
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
MILDRED SEELEY
Private
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Low Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Champion Acres Lake Dam?
Champion Acres 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 Champion Acres Lake Dam?
Champion Acres Lake Dam is owned by MILDRED SEELEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Champion Acres Lake Dam built?
Champion Acres Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Champion Acres Lake Dam?
Champion Acres 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 Champion Acres Lake Dam?
Champion Acres 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 Champion Acres Lake Dam last inspected?
Champion Acres Lake Dam was last inspected on December 18, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.