Egenolf Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Egenolf Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 681 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 342 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,314 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00082 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOSEPH EGENOLF
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Egenolf Lake Dam?
Egenolf Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Egenolf Lake Dam?
Egenolf Lake Dam is owned by JOSEPH EGENOLF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Egenolf Lake Dam built?
Egenolf Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Egenolf Lake Dam?
Egenolf 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 Egenolf Lake Dam?
Egenolf Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Egenolf Lake Dam last inspected?
Egenolf Lake Dam was last inspected on July 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.