Schnacke Lake Number 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Schnacke Lake Number 3 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 Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN03654 |
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
Thomas Gabe
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Schnacke Lake Number 3 Dam?
Schnacke Lake Number 3 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 3 Dam?
Schnacke Lake Number 3 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 3 Dam?
Schnacke Lake Number 3 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 3 Dam?
Schnacke Lake Number 3 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 3 Dam last inspected?
Schnacke Lake Number 3 Dam was last inspected on February 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.