North Lake Conservancy District Dam
Key Takeaway
North Lake Conservancy District Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 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 | 42 ft (taller than 88.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 366 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,152 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00008 |
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
NORTH LAKE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of North Lake Conservancy District Dam?
North Lake Conservancy District 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 North Lake Conservancy District Dam?
North Lake Conservancy District Dam is owned by NORTH LAKE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was North Lake Conservancy District Dam built?
North Lake Conservancy District Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 North Lake Conservancy District Dam?
North Lake Conservancy District 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 North Lake Conservancy District Dam?
North Lake Conservancy District Dam has a dam height of 42 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 North Lake Conservancy District Dam last inspected?
North Lake Conservancy District Dam was last inspected on March 10, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.