Gingerich Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gingerich Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 526 ft |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 15 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00539 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gingerich Lake Dam?
Gingerich Lake Dam 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 Gingerich Lake Dam?
Gingerich Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gingerich Lake Dam built?
Gingerich Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Gingerich Lake Dam?
Gingerich Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Gingerich Lake Dam last inspected?
Gingerich Lake Dam was last inspected on December 18, 1991. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.