Lamb Lake Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Lamb Lake Estates Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 82 ft (taller than 99.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 790 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 13.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.3K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 309 acres |
| Drainage Area | 9 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 27,030 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00133 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAMB LAKE LOT OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lamb Lake Estates Dam?
Lamb Lake Estates Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lamb Lake Estates Dam?
Lamb Lake Estates Dam is owned by LAMB LAKE LOT OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lamb Lake Estates Dam built?
Lamb Lake Estates Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Lamb Lake Estates Dam?
Lamb Lake Estates Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lamb Lake Estates Dam?
Lamb Lake Estates Dam has a dam height of 82 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 Lamb Lake Estates Dam last inspected?
Lamb Lake Estates Dam was last inspected on September 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.