Maxine Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Maxine Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 8.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00370 |
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
Robert Davis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maxine Lake Dam?
Maxine 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 Maxine Lake Dam?
Maxine Lake Dam is owned by Robert Davis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maxine Lake Dam built?
Maxine Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Maxine Lake Dam?
Maxine 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 Maxine Lake Dam?
Maxine Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Maxine Lake Dam last inspected?
Maxine Lake Dam was last inspected on September 17, 1987. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.