Deam Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Deam Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. 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 | 59 ft (taller than 97% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 10.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 183 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,481 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00281 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Deam Lake Dam?
Deam 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 Deam Lake Dam?
Deam Lake Dam is owned by DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deam Lake Dam built?
Deam Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Deam Lake Dam?
Deam Lake Dam has a dam height of 59 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 Deam Lake Dam last inspected?
Deam Lake Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.