Jenny Lind Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jenny Lind Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 233 ft |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03022 |
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
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jenny Lind Lake Dam?
Jenny Lind 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 Jenny Lind Lake Dam?
Jenny Lind Lake Dam is owned by information not available (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jenny Lind Lake Dam built?
Jenny Lind Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Jenny Lind Lake Dam?
Jenny Lind Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jenny Lind Lake Dam?
Jenny Lind Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Jenny Lind Lake Dam last inspected?
Jenny Lind Lake Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2007. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.