Indian Lake
Key Takeaway
Indian Lake is classified as high hazard in Alabama. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 16 ft (taller than 39.7% in AL) |
| Dam Length | 405 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| NID ID | AL83504 |
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
INDIAN LAKE LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Indian Lake?
Indian Lake 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 Indian Lake?
Indian Lake is owned by INDIAN LAKE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Indian Lake?
Indian Lake serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Indian Lake?
Indian Lake has a dam height of 16 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.