Lakewood Subdivision Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY HONEY CREEK· Vigo, Indiana· Built 1945· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakewood Subdivision Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 62.3% in IN)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage287 acre-ft
Normal Storage165 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge733 cfs
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
NID IDIN00431

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: June 23, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

LAKEWOOD WATERFRONT OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Subdivision Dam?

Lakewood Subdivision 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 Subdivision Dam?

Lakewood Subdivision Dam is owned by LAKEWOOD WATERFRONT OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakewood Subdivision Dam built?

Lakewood Subdivision Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Subdivision Dam?

Lakewood Subdivision 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 Subdivision Dam?

Lakewood Subdivision Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Subdivision Dam last inspected?

Lakewood Subdivision Dam was last inspected on June 23, 2015. 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.