Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN03338 |
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
GNAW BONE CAMP INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam?
Gnaw Bone Camp 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 Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam?
Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam is owned by GNAW BONE CAMP INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam?
Gnaw Bone Camp 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 Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam?
Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam last inspected?
Gnaw Bone Camp Lake Dam was last inspected on June 6, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.