Leatherwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Leatherwood Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 53 ft (taller than 94.6% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 572 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 363 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00501 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ROGER REER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Leatherwood Lake Dam?
Leatherwood Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Leatherwood Lake Dam?
Leatherwood Lake Dam is owned by ROGER REER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Leatherwood Lake Dam built?
Leatherwood Lake 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 Leatherwood Lake Dam?
Leatherwood Lake 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 Leatherwood Lake Dam?
Leatherwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 53 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 Leatherwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Leatherwood Lake Dam was last inspected on March 11, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.