Lincoln Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lincoln Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 74.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 986 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 958 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,066 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00419 |
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
DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lincoln Lake Dam?
Lincoln Lake 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 Lincoln Lake Dam?
Lincoln Lake Dam is owned by DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lincoln Lake Dam built?
Lincoln Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Lincoln Lake Dam?
Lincoln Lake 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 Lincoln Lake Dam last inspected?
Lincoln Lake Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.