Pine Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WYALOOSING CREEK· Decatur, Indiana· Built 1958· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Water Supply Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pine Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is water supply.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 27.4% in IN)
Dam Length284 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge8 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDIN00557

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 6, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

JAMES SCHEIDLER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pine Lake Dam?

Pine 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 Pine Lake Dam?

Pine Lake Dam is owned by JAMES SCHEIDLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pine Lake Dam built?

Pine Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Pine Lake Dam?

Pine Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pine Lake Dam?

Pine 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 Pine Lake Dam last inspected?

Pine Lake Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.