Kahre Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kahre Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 578 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00168 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PHILIP DAWES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kahre Lake Dam?
Kahre Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kahre Lake Dam?
Kahre Lake Dam is owned by PHILIP DAWES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kahre Lake Dam built?
Kahre Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Kahre Lake Dam?
Kahre 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 Kahre Lake Dam?
Kahre 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 Kahre Lake Dam last inspected?
Kahre Lake Dam was last inspected on June 12, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.