Ski Starlite Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Ski Starlite Dam No. 2 is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 62.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,632 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03673 |
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
BALLEW ENTERPRISES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ski Starlite Dam No. 2?
Ski Starlite Dam No. 2 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 Ski Starlite Dam No. 2?
Ski Starlite Dam No. 2 is owned by BALLEW ENTERPRISES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ski Starlite Dam No. 2 built?
Ski Starlite Dam No. 2 was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Ski Starlite Dam No. 2?
Ski Starlite Dam No. 2 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 Ski Starlite Dam No. 2?
Ski Starlite Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 30 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 Ski Starlite Dam No. 2 last inspected?
Ski Starlite Dam No. 2 was last inspected on April 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.