Loew Lake Dam (South)
Key Takeaway
Loew Lake Dam (South) is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 59 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00322 |
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
BANKVIEW FARM II
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Loew Lake Dam (South)?
Loew Lake Dam (South) 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 Loew Lake Dam (South)?
Loew Lake Dam (South) is owned by BANKVIEW FARM II (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loew Lake Dam (South) built?
Loew Lake Dam (South) was completed in 1940, making it 86 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Loew Lake Dam (South)?
Loew Lake Dam (South) has a dam height of 25 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 Loew Lake Dam (South) last inspected?
Loew Lake Dam (South) was last inspected on July 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.