Pine Springs Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pine Springs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 342 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 160 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00638 |
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
PINE SPRINGS LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pine Springs Lake Dam?
Pine Springs 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 Springs Lake Dam?
Pine Springs Lake Dam is owned by PINE SPRINGS LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pine Springs Lake Dam built?
Pine Springs Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Springs Lake Dam?
Pine Springs 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 Pine Springs Lake Dam?
Pine Springs Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Springs Lake Dam last inspected?
Pine Springs Lake Dam was last inspected on January 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.