Pine Lake Dam
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 Length | 284 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00557 |
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
JAMES SCHEIDLER
Private
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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.