Lake Geneva Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Geneva Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 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 | 30 ft (taller than 62.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 303 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 444 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00422 |
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
DANNY L AND TODDALENE L CUPP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Geneva Dam?
Lake Geneva 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 Lake Geneva Dam?
Lake Geneva Dam is owned by DANNY L AND TODDALENE L CUPP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Geneva Dam built?
Lake Geneva Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Geneva Dam?
Lake Geneva 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 Lake Geneva Dam?
Lake Geneva Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Geneva Dam last inspected?
Lake Geneva Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.