Hideaway Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hideaway Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 452 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 162 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00286 |
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
JUST HAVEN, INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hideaway Lake Dam?
Hideaway 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 Hideaway Lake Dam?
Hideaway Lake Dam is owned by JUST HAVEN, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hideaway Lake Dam built?
Hideaway Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Hideaway Lake Dam?
Hideaway 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 Hideaway Lake Dam?
Hideaway 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 Hideaway Lake Dam last inspected?
Hideaway Lake Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.