Scales Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Scales Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 66.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 701 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 810 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00442 |
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
WARRICK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Scales Lake Dam?
Scales Lake Dam 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 Scales Lake Dam?
Scales Lake Dam is owned by WARRICK COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scales Lake Dam built?
Scales Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Scales Lake Dam?
Scales 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 Scales Lake Dam?
Scales Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Scales Lake Dam last inspected?
Scales Lake Dam was last inspected on February 22, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.