La Lumiere Dam
Key Takeaway
La Lumiere Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. 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 | 15 ft (taller than 8.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | IN04001 |
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
Rich Atkinson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of La Lumiere Dam?
La Lumiere 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 La Lumiere Dam?
La Lumiere Dam is owned by Rich Atkinson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was La Lumiere Dam built?
La Lumiere Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is La Lumiere Dam?
La Lumiere Dam has a dam height of 15 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 La Lumiere Dam last inspected?
La Lumiere Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.