Lakewood Estates Dam
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 Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,320 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00812 |
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
Lakewood Estates Association
Private
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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.