Dav-Mar Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dav-Mar Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 63 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00531 |
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
GRIFFIN INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dav-Mar Lake Dam?
Dav-Mar 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 Dav-Mar Lake Dam?
Dav-Mar Lake Dam is owned by GRIFFIN INDUSTRIES INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dav-Mar Lake Dam built?
Dav-Mar Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Dav-Mar Lake Dam?
Dav-Mar 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 Dav-Mar Lake Dam?
Dav-Mar Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Dav-Mar Lake Dam last inspected?
Dav-Mar Lake Dam was last inspected on September 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.