Dyer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dyer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 23% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 355 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 11 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00460 |
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
William Dyer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dyer Lake Dam?
Dyer 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 Dyer Lake Dam?
Dyer Lake Dam is owned by William Dyer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dyer Lake Dam built?
Dyer Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Dyer Lake Dam?
Dyer Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dyer Lake Dam?
Dyer Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Dyer Lake Dam last inspected?
Dyer Lake Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.