Joe Dehart Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Joe Dehart Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 215 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 154 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00235 |
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
DONALD E. FLEENER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joe Dehart Lake Dam?
Joe Dehart 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 Joe Dehart Lake Dam?
Joe Dehart Lake Dam is owned by DONALD E. FLEENER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe Dehart Lake Dam built?
Joe Dehart Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Joe Dehart Lake Dam?
Joe Dehart 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 Joe Dehart Lake Dam?
Joe Dehart Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Joe Dehart Lake Dam last inspected?
Joe Dehart Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.