Habig Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Habig Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 369 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00618 |
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
HABRO JABAN PARTNERSHIP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Habig Lake Dam?
Habig 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 Habig Lake Dam?
Habig Lake Dam is owned by HABRO JABAN PARTNERSHIP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Habig Lake Dam built?
Habig 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.
What is the primary purpose of Habig Lake Dam?
Habig 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 Habig Lake Dam?
Habig Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Habig Lake Dam last inspected?
Habig Lake Dam was last inspected on February 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.