I.V. West Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
I.V. West Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 79.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 336 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00049 |
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
THORNTON LIPSCOMB
Private
Nearby Dams
Stucker Fork Dam No. 5
Scott, IN
Low Hazard 36 ftStucker Fork Dam No. 53
Scott, IN
Low Hazard 24 ftKenninger Lake Dam
Scott, IN
Low Hazard 26 ftPerkinson Lake Dam
Jefferson, IN
Low Hazard 22 ftStucker Fork Dam No. 54
Scott, IN
Low Hazard 22 ftStucker Fork Dam No. 56
Scott, IN
Low Hazard 25 ftStucker Fork Dam No. 6
Scott, IN
Significant Hazard 31 ftStucker Fork Dam No. 4
Scott, IN
Significant Hazard 34 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of I.V. West Lake Dam?
I.V. West 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 I.V. West Lake Dam?
I.V. West Lake Dam is owned by THORNTON LIPSCOMB (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was I.V. West Lake Dam built?
I.V. West 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 I.V. West Lake Dam?
I.V. West 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 I.V. West Lake Dam?
I.V. West Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 I.V. West Lake Dam last inspected?
I.V. West Lake Dam was last inspected on November 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.