Foxcliff Lake Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Foxcliff Lake Dam #1 is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,090 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 544 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 387 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 992 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00185 |
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
FOXCLIFF ESTATES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Foxcliff Lake Dam #1?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #1 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 Foxcliff Lake Dam #1?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #1 is owned by FOXCLIFF ESTATES COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foxcliff Lake Dam #1 built?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #1 was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Foxcliff Lake Dam #1?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #1 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 Foxcliff Lake Dam #1?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #1 has a dam height of 35 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 Foxcliff Lake Dam #1 last inspected?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #1 was last inspected on May 13, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.