Marshall King Lake
Key Takeaway
Marshall King Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 13.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 214 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00489 |
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
MRS. GWER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marshall King Lake?
Marshall King Lake 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 Marshall King Lake?
Marshall King Lake is owned by MRS. GWER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marshall King Lake built?
Marshall King Lake was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Marshall King Lake?
Marshall King Lake 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 Marshall King Lake?
Marshall King Lake has a dam height of 17 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 Marshall King Lake last inspected?
Marshall King Lake was last inspected on December 9, 1981. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.