Crystal Lake
Key Takeaway
Crystal Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 62.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03237 |
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
HIDDEN VALLEY LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Crystal Lake?
Crystal 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 Crystal Lake?
Crystal Lake is owned by HIDDEN VALLEY LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Crystal Lake built?
Crystal Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Crystal Lake?
Crystal 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 Crystal Lake?
Crystal Lake has a dam height of 30 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 Crystal Lake last inspected?
Crystal Lake was last inspected on May 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.