Springs Valley Lake (F7)
Key Takeaway
Springs Valley Lake (F7) is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond. 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 | 68 ft (taller than 98.5% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 890 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Normal Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 141 acres |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00076 |
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
USDA FS
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Springs Valley Lake (F7)?
Springs Valley Lake (F7) 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 Springs Valley Lake (F7)?
Springs Valley Lake (F7) is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Springs Valley Lake (F7) built?
Springs Valley Lake (F7) was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Springs Valley Lake (F7)?
Springs Valley Lake (F7) serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Springs Valley Lake (F7)?
Springs Valley Lake (F7) has a dam height of 68 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 Springs Valley Lake (F7) last inspected?
Springs Valley Lake (F7) was last inspected on May 24, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.