Nighthawk Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Nighthawk Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 18.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03546 |
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
Nearby Dams
Crosley Lake Dam
Jennings, IN
Significant Hazard 27 ftWhip-Poor-Will Lake Dam
Jennings, IN
Low Hazard 26 ftLake View Campground Dam
Jennings, IN
Low Hazard 26 ftPatterson Park Lake Dam
Jennings, IN
Low Hazard 30 ftBroomsedge Lake Dam
Jennings, IN
Significant Hazard 24 ftZion Lake Dam
Jennings, IN
Low Hazard 21 ftTanglewood Lake Dam
Jennings, IN
Low Hazard 28 ftCamp Creek Dam (In-Channel)
Jefferson, IN
Low Hazard 18 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Nighthawk Lake Dam?
Nighthawk 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 Nighthawk Lake Dam?
Nighthawk 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 Nighthawk Lake Dam built?
Nighthawk Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Nighthawk Lake Dam?
Nighthawk 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 Nighthawk Lake Dam?
Nighthawk Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Nighthawk Lake Dam last inspected?
Nighthawk Lake Dam was last inspected on March 18, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.