Roark Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Roark Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 79.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 156 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00563 |
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
JOHN ROARK
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Roark Lake Dam?
Roark 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 Roark Lake Dam?
Roark Lake Dam is owned by JOHN ROARK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Roark Lake Dam built?
Roark Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Roark Lake Dam?
Roark 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 Roark Lake Dam?
Roark Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Roark Lake Dam last inspected?
Roark Lake Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.