College Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
College Park Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 27.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 830 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,533 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00161 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
COLLEGE LIFE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of College Park Lake Dam?
College Park Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates College Park Lake Dam?
College Park Lake Dam is owned by COLLEGE LIFE DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was College Park Lake Dam built?
College Park Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 College Park Lake Dam?
College Park 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 College Park Lake Dam?
College Park Lake Dam 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 College Park Lake Dam last inspected?
College Park Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.