Lake Maxler Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Maxler Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 11.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 223 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 465 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00097 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JIM AND CAROL CHANDLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Maxler Dam?
Lake Maxler Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Maxler Dam?
Lake Maxler Dam is owned by JIM AND CAROL CHANDLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Maxler Dam built?
Lake Maxler Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Maxler Dam?
Lake Maxler 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 Maxler Dam?
Lake Maxler Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Maxler Dam last inspected?
Lake Maxler Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.