Country Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Country Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 342 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00285 |
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
COUNTRY LAKE CHRISTIAN RETREAT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Country Lake Dam?
Country 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 Country Lake Dam?
Country Lake Dam is owned by COUNTRY LAKE CHRISTIAN RETREAT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Country Lake Dam built?
Country Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Country Lake Dam?
Country 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 Country Lake Dam?
Country Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Country Lake Dam last inspected?
Country Lake Dam was last inspected on January 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.