Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake
Key Takeaway
Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 13.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 485 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 317 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00794 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Valparaiso Water Works
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake?
Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake?
Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake is owned by Valparaiso Water Works (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake built?
Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake?
Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake 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 Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake?
Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake has a dam height of 17 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 Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake last inspected?
Proffits Dam At Loomis Lake was last inspected on July 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.