Jon Bowles Lake
Key Takeaway
Jon Bowles Lake 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 | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 125 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00739 |
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
Jon Bowles
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jon Bowles Lake?
Jon Bowles Lake 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 Jon Bowles Lake?
Jon Bowles Lake is owned by Jon Bowles (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jon Bowles Lake built?
Jon Bowles Lake 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 Jon Bowles Lake?
Jon Bowles Lake 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 Jon Bowles Lake?
Jon Bowles Lake has a dam height of 25 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 Jon Bowles Lake last inspected?
Jon Bowles Lake was last inspected on April 30, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.