Lake In The Woods Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake In The Woods Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Max Storage | 223 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 240 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00290 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
FRANK HACKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake In The Woods Dam?
Lake In The Woods 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 Lake In The Woods Dam?
Lake In The Woods Dam is owned by FRANK HACKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake In The Woods Dam built?
Lake In The Woods Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Lake In The Woods Dam?
Lake In The Woods Dam has a dam height of 18 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 In The Woods Dam last inspected?
Lake In The Woods Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.