Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South)
Key Takeaway
Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South) is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 18.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 254 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 172 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03410 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ARNOLD GREMAUX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South)?
Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South)?
Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South) is owned by ARNOLD GREMAUX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South) built?
Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South) was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Stanczyk Lake Dam (South)?
Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South) 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 Stanczyk Lake Dam (South)?
Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South) has a dam height of 19 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 Stanczyk Lake Dam (South) last inspected?
Joe Stanczyk Lake Dam (South) was last inspected on November 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.