Olinger Lake
Key Takeaway
Olinger Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 89.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 875 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03962 |
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
Bill Gunn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Olinger Lake?
Olinger Lake 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?
Olinger Lake is owned by Bill Gunn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Olinger Lake built?
Olinger Lake was completed in 2000, making it 26 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?
Olinger Lake 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?
Olinger Lake has a dam height of 43 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 last inspected?
Olinger Lake was last inspected on March 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.