Gillen Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gillen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 81.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 44 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00577 |
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
MARK GILLEN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gillen Lake Dam?
Gillen 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 Gillen Lake Dam?
Gillen Lake Dam is owned by MARK GILLEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gillen Lake Dam built?
Gillen Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Gillen Lake Dam?
Gillen Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Gillen Lake Dam last inspected?
Gillen Lake Dam was last inspected on June 9, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.