Donahue Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Donahue Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 8.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00746 |
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
Edward and Ann Donahue
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Donahue Lake Dam?
Donahue Lake Dam 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 Donahue Lake Dam?
Donahue Lake Dam is owned by Edward and Ann Donahue (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Donahue Lake Dam built?
Donahue Lake Dam 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 Donahue Lake Dam?
Donahue 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 Donahue Lake Dam?
Donahue Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Donahue Lake Dam last inspected?
Donahue Lake Dam was last inspected on February 23, 1989. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.