Hominy Ridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hominy Ridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 562 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00441 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hominy Ridge Lake Dam?
Hominy Ridge 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 Hominy Ridge Lake Dam?
Hominy Ridge Lake Dam is owned by DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hominy Ridge Lake Dam built?
Hominy Ridge Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Hominy Ridge Lake Dam?
Hominy Ridge Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hominy Ridge Lake Dam?
Hominy Ridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Hominy Ridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Hominy Ridge Lake Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.