Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WABASH RIVER· Vigo, Indiana· Built 1972· Earth· 46 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 46 ft (taller than 91.4% in IN)
Dam Length435 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage321 acre-ft
Normal Storage265 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge431 cfs
Year Completed1972 (54 years old)
NID IDIN00439

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 21, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

PAUL SHARON AND LISA LYNN LOYD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam?

Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam 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 Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam?

Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam is owned by PAUL SHARON AND LISA LYNN LOYD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam built?

Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam 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 Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam?

Krislynn Woods Subdivision 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 Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam?

Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam has a dam height of 46 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 Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam last inspected?

Krislynn Woods Subdivision Lake Dam was last inspected on May 21, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.