Charles Sanderson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Charles Sanderson Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 354 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,083 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00776 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TIMOTHY J AND SALLY GRISSOM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charles Sanderson Lake Dam?
Charles Sanderson Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Charles Sanderson Lake Dam?
Charles Sanderson Lake Dam is owned by TIMOTHY J AND SALLY GRISSOM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charles Sanderson Lake Dam built?
Charles Sanderson Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Charles Sanderson Lake Dam?
Charles Sanderson 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 Charles Sanderson Lake Dam?
Charles Sanderson Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Charles Sanderson Lake Dam last inspected?
Charles Sanderson Lake Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.