Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 83.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 380 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 484 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00206 |
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
GREG ALTENAU
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam?
Norman J. Dobell 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 Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam?
Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam is owned by GREG ALTENAU (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam built?
Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam?
Norman J. Dobell 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 Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam?
Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam last inspected?
Norman J. Dobell Lake Dam was last inspected on January 14, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.