Lakewood Estates Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WEST FORK WHITE LICK CREEK· Hendricks, Indiana· Built 1960· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakewood Estates Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN)
Dam Length280 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage106 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,320 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDIN00812

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 31, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

Lakewood Estates Association

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Estates Dam?

Lakewood Estates 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 Lakewood Estates Dam?

Lakewood Estates Dam is owned by Lakewood Estates Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakewood Estates Dam built?

Lakewood Estates Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lakewood Estates Dam?

Lakewood Estates 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 Lakewood Estates Dam?

Lakewood Estates Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Lakewood Estates Dam last inspected?

Lakewood Estates Dam was last inspected on January 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.