Lake Rudolph Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Rudolph Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. 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 | 32 ft (taller than 70.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN03450 |
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
KOCH DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Rudolph Dam?
Lake Rudolph 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 Rudolph Dam?
Lake Rudolph Dam is owned by KOCH DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Rudolph Dam?
Lake Rudolph 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 Rudolph Dam?
Lake Rudolph Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Rudolph Dam last inspected?
Lake Rudolph Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.