Lake Haven Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Haven Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 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 | 31 ft (taller than 66.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 244 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 361 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00550 |
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
John Witt
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Haven Dam?
Lake Haven 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 Haven Dam?
Lake Haven Dam is owned by John Witt (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Haven Dam built?
Lake Haven Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Haven Dam?
Lake Haven 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 Haven Dam?
Lake Haven Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Haven Dam last inspected?
Lake Haven Dam was last inspected on October 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.