Pfafflin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pfafflin Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 27.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | IN04061 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Jim Lott
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pfafflin Lake Dam?
Pfafflin Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Pfafflin Lake Dam?
Pfafflin Lake Dam is owned by Jim Lott (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pfafflin Lake Dam built?
Pfafflin Lake Dam was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Pfafflin Lake Dam?
Pfafflin 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 Pfafflin Lake Dam?
Pfafflin Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Pfafflin Lake Dam last inspected?
Pfafflin Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.