Dogwood Springs Lake #1
Key Takeaway
Dogwood Springs Lake #1 is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00707 |
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
DOREEN J. EDWARDS FAMILY LIMITED PART
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dogwood Springs Lake #1?
Dogwood Springs Lake #1 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 Dogwood Springs Lake #1?
Dogwood Springs Lake #1 is owned by DOREEN J. EDWARDS FAMILY LIMITED PART (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dogwood Springs Lake #1 built?
Dogwood Springs Lake #1 was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Dogwood Springs Lake #1?
Dogwood Springs Lake #1 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 Dogwood Springs Lake #1?
Dogwood Springs Lake #1 has a dam height of 25 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 Dogwood Springs Lake #1 last inspected?
Dogwood Springs Lake #1 was last inspected on September 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.