Foxcliff Lake Dam #2
Key Takeaway
Foxcliff Lake Dam #2 is classified as unknown in Indiana. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 231 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00688 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Smith Sabrena
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Foxcliff Lake Dam #2?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #2 is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. 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 #2?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #2 is owned by Smith Sabrena (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Foxcliff Lake Dam #2 built?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #2 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.
What is the primary purpose of Foxcliff Lake Dam #2?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #2 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 #2?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #2 has a dam height of 18 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 #2 last inspected?
Foxcliff Lake Dam #2 was last inspected on November 8, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.