Lake Lasalle Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lasalle Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 34 ft (taller than 74.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 808 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 380 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,021 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00051 |
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
LAKE LASALLE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lasalle Dam?
Lake Lasalle 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 Lasalle Dam?
Lake Lasalle Dam is owned by LAKE LASALLE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lasalle Dam built?
Lake Lasalle Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Lasalle Dam?
Lake Lasalle 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 Lasalle Dam?
Lake Lasalle Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Lasalle Dam last inspected?
Lake Lasalle Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.