Ridinger Lake Control Structure
Key Takeaway
Ridinger Lake Control Structure is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 467 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 35 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN03622 |
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
Indiana Department of Natural Resources
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ridinger Lake Control Structure?
Ridinger Lake Control Structure 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 Ridinger Lake Control Structure?
Ridinger Lake Control Structure is owned by Indiana Department of Natural Resources (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ridinger Lake Control Structure?
Ridinger Lake Control Structure 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 Ridinger Lake Control Structure?
Ridinger Lake Control Structure has a dam height of 7 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 Ridinger Lake Control Structure last inspected?
Ridinger Lake Control Structure was last inspected on January 6, 1994. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.