Fowler Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fowler Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 840 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 185 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00462 |
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
VIGO COUNTY PARK DEPARTMENT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fowler Park Lake Dam?
Fowler Park 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 Fowler Park Lake Dam?
Fowler Park Lake Dam is owned by VIGO COUNTY PARK DEPARTMENT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fowler Park Lake Dam built?
Fowler Park Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Fowler Park Lake Dam?
Fowler Park 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 Fowler Park Lake Dam?
Fowler Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Fowler Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Fowler Park Lake Dam was last inspected on April 26, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.