Family Life Center Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Family Life Center Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 18.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00790 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAKEWOOD PARK BAPTIST CHURCH
Private
Nearby Dams
Beedy Lake Dam
Allen, IN
Unknown 10 ftPoe Lake Dam
Allen, IN
Significant Hazard 9 ftHurshtown Reservoir Dam
Allen, IN
High Hazard 40 ftCedarville Dam
Allen, IN
High Hazard 27 ftJoe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South)
DeKalb, IN
Significant Hazard 19 ftJoe Stanczyk Lake Dam (North)
DeKalb, IN
Unknown 14 ftGrey Stone Lake Dam "C" West
DeKalb, IN
Low Hazard 16 ftRich Lake Dam
Allen, IN
Significant Hazard 16 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Family Life Center Lake Dam?
Family Life Center Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Family Life Center Lake Dam?
Family Life Center Lake Dam is owned by LAKEWOOD PARK BAPTIST CHURCH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Family Life Center Lake Dam built?
Family Life Center Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Family Life Center Lake Dam?
Family Life Center 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 Family Life Center Lake Dam?
Family Life Center Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Family Life Center Lake Dam last inspected?
Family Life Center Lake Dam was last inspected on July 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.