Dale Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dale Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 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 | 40 ft (taller than 84.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 565 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 507 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 314 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,363 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00414 |
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
TOWN OF DALE
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dale Lake Dam?
Dale 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 Dale Lake Dam?
Dale Lake Dam is owned by TOWN OF DALE (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dale Lake Dam built?
Dale Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Dale Lake Dam?
Dale Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dale Lake Dam?
Dale Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Dale Lake Dam last inspected?
Dale Lake Dam was last inspected on February 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.