Nasby Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Nasby Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 13.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 306 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 225 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,275 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00348 |
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
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Nasby Lake Dam?
Nasby 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 Nasby Lake Dam?
Nasby Lake Dam is owned by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nasby Lake Dam built?
Nasby Lake Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Nasby Lake Dam?
Nasby 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 Nasby Lake Dam?
Nasby Lake Dam 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 Nasby Lake Dam last inspected?
Nasby Lake Dam was last inspected on July 20, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.