Eckart Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Eckart Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03997 |
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
JERRY ECKART
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eckart Lake Dam?
Eckart 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 Eckart Lake Dam?
Eckart Lake Dam is owned by JERRY ECKART (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eckart Lake Dam built?
Eckart Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Eckart Lake Dam?
Eckart 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 Eckart Lake Dam?
Eckart Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Eckart Lake Dam last inspected?
Eckart Lake Dam was last inspected on April 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.