Seiger Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Seiger Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 77.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00607 |
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
ROSS J. AND ELIZABETH C. KING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Seiger Lake Dam?
Seiger 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 Seiger Lake Dam?
Seiger Lake Dam is owned by ROSS J. AND ELIZABETH C. KING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Seiger Lake Dam built?
Seiger Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Seiger Lake Dam?
Seiger 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 Seiger Lake Dam?
Seiger Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Seiger Lake Dam last inspected?
Seiger Lake Dam was last inspected on September 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.