Speedway Conservation Club Dam
Key Takeaway
Speedway Conservation Club Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03684 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Richard Chappel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Speedway Conservation Club Dam?
Speedway Conservation Club Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Speedway Conservation Club Dam?
Speedway Conservation Club Dam is owned by Richard Chappel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Speedway Conservation Club Dam built?
Speedway Conservation Club Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Speedway Conservation Club Dam?
Speedway Conservation Club 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 Speedway Conservation Club Dam?
Speedway Conservation Club Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Speedway Conservation Club Dam last inspected?
Speedway Conservation Club Dam was last inspected on September 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.