Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower)
Key Takeaway
Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower) is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 97.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 990 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00036 |
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
ROCKY FORK CLUB INCORPORATED
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower)?
Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower) 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 Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower)?
Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower) is owned by ROCKY FORK CLUB INCORPORATED (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower) built?
Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower) was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower)?
Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower) 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 Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower)?
Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower) has a dam height of 63 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 Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower) last inspected?
Rocky Fork Lake Dam (Lower) was last inspected on March 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.