Fineburg Lake Dam

Brown, Indiana· Built 1977· 19 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Fineburg Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. 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 Length190 ft
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDIN00560

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 1990
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fineburg Lake Dam?

Fineburg 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 Fineburg Lake Dam?

Fineburg Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fineburg Lake Dam built?

Fineburg Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Fineburg Lake Dam?

Fineburg 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 Fineburg Lake Dam last inspected?

Fineburg Lake Dam was last inspected on January 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.