Lutheran Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lutheran Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 84.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 1,180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 77 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00162 |
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
LUTHERAN RESORT ASSOCIATION, INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lutheran Lake Dam?
Lutheran 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 Lutheran Lake Dam?
Lutheran Lake Dam is owned by LUTHERAN RESORT ASSOCIATION, INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lutheran Lake Dam built?
Lutheran Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Lutheran Lake Dam?
Lutheran 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 Lutheran Lake Dam?
Lutheran Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Lutheran Lake Dam last inspected?
Lutheran Lake Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.