Lime Ridge Dam
Key Takeaway
Lime Ridge Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Max Storage | 293 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,530 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00095 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lime Ridge Dam?
Lime Ridge 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 Lime Ridge Dam?
Lime Ridge Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lime Ridge Dam built?
Lime Ridge Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Lime Ridge Dam?
Lime Ridge 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 Lime Ridge Dam?
Lime Ridge Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Lime Ridge Dam last inspected?
Lime Ridge Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.