Lux Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lux Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 86 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00751 |
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
THOMAS LUX
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lux Lake Dam?
Lux Lake 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 Lux Lake Dam?
Lux Lake Dam is owned by THOMAS LUX (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lux Lake Dam built?
Lux Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Lux Lake Dam?
Lux 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 Lux Lake Dam?
Lux Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Lux Lake Dam last inspected?
Lux Lake Dam was last inspected on March 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.