Moriarity Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Moriarity Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 4,367 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 303 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03984 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
JOHN AND BECKY MORIARITY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moriarity Lake Dam?
Moriarity Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Moriarity Lake Dam?
Moriarity Lake Dam is owned by JOHN AND BECKY MORIARITY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moriarity Lake Dam built?
Moriarity Lake Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Moriarity Lake Dam?
Moriarity Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Moriarity Lake Dam?
Moriarity Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Moriarity Lake Dam last inspected?
Moriarity Lake Dam was last inspected on July 22, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.