Knop Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Knop Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00280 |
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
INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Knop Lake Dam?
Knop 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 Knop Lake Dam?
Knop Lake Dam is owned by INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Knop Lake Dam built?
Knop Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Knop Lake Dam?
Knop 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 Knop Lake Dam?
Knop Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Knop Lake Dam last inspected?
Knop Lake Dam was last inspected on May 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.