Shady Hollow Lake
Key Takeaway
Shady Hollow Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 82.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 163 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 670 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00633 |
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
SHADY HOLLOW LAKE LOT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shady Hollow Lake?
Shady Hollow Lake 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 Shady Hollow Lake?
Shady Hollow Lake is owned by SHADY HOLLOW LAKE LOT HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shady Hollow Lake built?
Shady Hollow Lake was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Shady Hollow Lake?
Shady Hollow Lake 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 Shady Hollow Lake?
Shady Hollow Lake has a dam height of 38 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 Shady Hollow Lake last inspected?
Shady Hollow Lake was last inspected on January 18, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.