Lakewood Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood Estates Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 7.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 217 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,237 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03915 |
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
JAMES OLSZEWSKI
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 JAMES OLSZEWSKI (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 1992, making it 34 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 14 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 December 14, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.