Hardwood Lake Dam

Martin, Indiana· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Hardwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN)
Dam Length380 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDIN03352

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 13, 2000
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Indiana Department of Natural Resources

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hardwood Lake Dam?

Hardwood 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 Hardwood Lake Dam?

Hardwood Lake Dam is owned by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hardwood Lake Dam?

Hardwood 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 Hardwood Lake Dam?

Hardwood 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 Hardwood Lake Dam last inspected?

Hardwood Lake Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.