Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY LOCUST CREEK· Vanderburgh, Indiana· Earth· 40 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 40 ft (taller than 84.8% in IN)
Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage0 acre-ft
Normal Storage50 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDIN03653

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 20, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

Thomas Gabe

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam?

Schnacke Lake Number 2 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 Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam?

Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam is owned by Thomas Gabe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam?

Schnacke Lake Number 2 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 Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam?

Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam last inspected?

Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam was last inspected on February 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.