Puff Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Puff Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 112 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03598 |
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
Atterbury Reserve Forces Training Area
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Puff Lake Dam?
Puff 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 Puff Lake Dam?
Puff Lake Dam is owned by Atterbury Reserve Forces Training Area (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Puff Lake Dam built?
Puff Lake Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Puff Lake Dam?
Puff Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Puff Lake Dam?
Puff Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Puff Lake Dam last inspected?
Puff Lake Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.