Saunders Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Saunders Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 384 cfs |
| NID ID | IN00603 |
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
MICHAEL SCHMOLL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Saunders Lake Dam?
Saunders 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 Saunders Lake Dam?
Saunders Lake Dam is owned by MICHAEL SCHMOLL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Saunders Lake Dam?
Saunders 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 Saunders Lake Dam?
Saunders Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Saunders Lake Dam last inspected?
Saunders Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.