Hardy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hardy Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 60 ft (taller than 97.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,900 ft |
| Max Storage | 27.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 754 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 83,049 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00413 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hardy Lake Dam?
Hardy Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hardy Lake Dam?
Hardy Lake Dam is owned by information not available (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hardy Lake Dam built?
Hardy Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Hardy Lake Dam?
Hardy Lake Dam has a dam height of 60 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 Hardy Lake Dam last inspected?
Hardy Lake Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.