Lake Lemon Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lemon Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 51 ft (taller than 93.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,650 acres |
| Drainage Area | 71 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00010 |
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
Bob Madden
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lemon Dam?
Lake Lemon 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 Lemon Dam?
Lake Lemon Dam is owned by Bob Madden (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lemon Dam built?
Lake Lemon Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Lemon Dam?
Lake Lemon 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 Lemon Dam?
Lake Lemon Dam has a dam height of 51 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 Lemon Dam last inspected?
Lake Lemon Dam was last inspected on February 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.