Edgewood Lake
Key Takeaway
Edgewood Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 38.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00705 |
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
CECIL MICHALS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Edgewood Lake?
Edgewood Lake 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 Edgewood Lake?
Edgewood Lake is owned by CECIL MICHALS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edgewood Lake built?
Edgewood Lake was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Edgewood Lake?
Edgewood Lake 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 Edgewood Lake?
Edgewood Lake has a dam height of 24 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 Edgewood Lake last inspected?
Edgewood Lake was last inspected on July 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.