Lake Dilldear Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Dilldear Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 202 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 105 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00293 |
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
Ronnie Gullion
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Dilldear Dam?
Lake Dilldear 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 Lake Dilldear Dam?
Lake Dilldear Dam is owned by Ronnie Gullion (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Dilldear Dam built?
Lake Dilldear 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 Lake Dilldear Dam?
Lake Dilldear Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Dilldear Dam?
Lake Dilldear Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Lake Dilldear Dam last inspected?
Lake Dilldear Dam was last inspected on February 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.