Hants Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hants Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 62.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,782 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00341 |
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
Hants Lake Lot Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hants Lake Dam?
Hants 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 Hants Lake Dam?
Hants Lake Dam is owned by Hants Lake Lot Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hants Lake Dam built?
Hants Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Hants Lake Dam?
Hants 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 Hants Lake Dam?
Hants Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Hants Lake Dam last inspected?
Hants Lake Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.