Lake View Campground Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake View Campground Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 435 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 466 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00640 |
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
RONALD STEVENS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake View Campground Dam?
Lake View Campground 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 View Campground Dam?
Lake View Campground Dam is owned by RONALD STEVENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake View Campground Dam built?
Lake View Campground Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 View Campground Dam?
Lake View Campground 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 View Campground Dam?
Lake View Campground Dam has a dam height of 26 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 View Campground Dam last inspected?
Lake View Campground Dam was last inspected on December 7, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.