Meyer Lake Dam

Adams, Indiana· Built 1945· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Meyer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 8.5% in IN)
Dam Length460 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge350 cfs
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
NID IDIN00258

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 26, 1994
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Patricia Symon

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Meyer Lake Dam?

Meyer 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 Meyer Lake Dam?

Meyer Lake Dam is owned by Patricia Symon (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Meyer Lake Dam built?

Meyer Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Meyer Lake Dam?

Meyer 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 Meyer Lake Dam?

Meyer 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 Meyer Lake Dam last inspected?

Meyer Lake Dam was last inspected on October 26, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.