Enos Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Enos Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 636 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 470 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00393 |
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
Interlake Steel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Enos Lake Dam?
Enos 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 Enos Lake Dam?
Enos Lake Dam is owned by Interlake Steel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Enos Lake Dam built?
Enos Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Enos Lake Dam?
Enos 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 Enos Lake Dam?
Enos Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Enos Lake Dam last inspected?
Enos Lake Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.