Hartman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hartman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 574 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 85 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00434 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
IDLE CREEK DEVELOPMENT INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hartman Lake Dam?
Hartman 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 Hartman Lake Dam?
Hartman Lake Dam is owned by IDLE CREEK DEVELOPMENT INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hartman Lake Dam built?
Hartman Lake Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Hartman Lake Dam?
Hartman 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 Hartman Lake Dam?
Hartman Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Hartman Lake Dam last inspected?
Hartman Lake Dam was last inspected on March 3, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.