Hillview Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hillview Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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 | 31 ft (taller than 66.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00335 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hillview Lake Dam?
Hillview 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 Hillview Lake Dam?
Hillview Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hillview Lake Dam built?
Hillview Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Hillview Lake Dam?
Hillview 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 Hillview Lake Dam?
Hillview Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Hillview Lake Dam last inspected?
Hillview Lake Dam was last inspected on August 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.