Horseshoe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Horseshoe Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 | 32 ft (taller than 70.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 558 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00122 |
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
BRYAN D. CURRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Horseshoe Lake Dam?
Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam?
Horseshoe Lake Dam is owned by BRYAN D. CURRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Horseshoe Lake Dam built?
Horseshoe Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam?
Horseshoe 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam?
Horseshoe Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Horseshoe Lake Dam last inspected?
Horseshoe Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.