Monds Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Monds Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 27.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 196 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00719 |
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
Don Francis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Monds Lake Dam?
Monds 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 Monds Lake Dam?
Monds Lake Dam is owned by Don Francis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monds Lake Dam built?
Monds Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Monds Lake Dam?
Monds 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 Monds Lake Dam?
Monds Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Monds Lake Dam last inspected?
Monds Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.