Rice Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rice Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 6.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00396 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Donald Mohar
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rice Lake Dam?
Rice Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rice Lake Dam?
Rice Lake Dam is owned by Donald Mohar (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rice Lake Dam built?
Rice Lake Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Rice Lake Dam?
Rice 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 Rice Lake Dam?
Rice Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Rice Lake Dam last inspected?
Rice Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.