Stone Arch Lake
Key Takeaway
Stone Arch 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 | 19 ft (taller than 18.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 336 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 692 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00484 |
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
IDNR (FISH & WILDLIFE)
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Stone Arch Lake?
Stone Arch 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 Stone Arch Lake?
Stone Arch Lake is owned by IDNR (FISH & WILDLIFE) (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stone Arch Lake built?
Stone Arch 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 Stone Arch Lake?
Stone Arch 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 Stone Arch Lake?
Stone Arch Lake has a dam height of 19 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 Stone Arch Lake last inspected?
Stone Arch Lake was last inspected on June 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.