Richard Grieger Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Richard Grieger Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 18.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 455 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03618 |
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
THE JDMM 1998 LAND TRUST
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Richard Grieger Lake Dam?
Richard Grieger 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 Richard Grieger Lake Dam?
Richard Grieger Lake Dam is owned by THE JDMM 1998 LAND TRUST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richard Grieger Lake Dam built?
Richard Grieger Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Richard Grieger Lake Dam?
Richard Grieger 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 Richard Grieger Lake Dam?
Richard Grieger Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Richard Grieger Lake Dam last inspected?
Richard Grieger Lake Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.