John Meding Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
John Meding Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 246 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00134 |
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
PHILIP N. & RUTH W. BRIGHT
Private
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What is the hazard classification of John Meding Lake Dam?
John Meding 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 John Meding Lake Dam?
John Meding Lake Dam is owned by PHILIP N. & RUTH W. BRIGHT (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John Meding Lake Dam built?
John Meding Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 John Meding Lake Dam?
John Meding 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 John Meding Lake Dam?
John Meding 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 John Meding Lake Dam last inspected?
John Meding Lake Dam was last inspected on April 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.