Hough Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hough Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00634 |
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
JAMES & VALESKA M. HOUGH
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hough Lake Dam?
Hough 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 Hough Lake Dam?
Hough Lake Dam is owned by JAMES & VALESKA M. HOUGH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hough Lake Dam built?
Hough Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Hough Lake Dam?
Hough 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 Hough Lake Dam?
Hough Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Hough Lake Dam last inspected?
Hough Lake Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.