Olinger Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Olinger Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 81.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 549 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 230 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 162 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03020 |
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
IDNR DIVISION OF RESERVOIRS
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Olinger Lake Dam?
Olinger 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 Olinger Lake Dam?
Olinger Lake Dam is owned by IDNR DIVISION OF RESERVOIRS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olinger Lake Dam built?
Olinger Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Olinger Lake Dam?
Olinger 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 Olinger Lake Dam?
Olinger Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Olinger Lake Dam last inspected?
Olinger Lake Dam was last inspected on January 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.