Forest Lake Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Forest Lake Estates Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00265 |
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
David DeBusk
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Forest Lake Estates Dam?
Forest Lake Estates 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 Forest Lake Estates Dam?
Forest Lake Estates Dam is owned by David DeBusk (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Forest Lake Estates Dam built?
Forest Lake Estates Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Forest Lake Estates Dam?
Forest Lake Estates 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 Forest Lake Estates Dam?
Forest Lake Estates Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Forest Lake Estates Dam last inspected?
Forest Lake Estates Dam was last inspected on March 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.