Suhre Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Suhre Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Indiana. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 6.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 216 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00449 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Dean OConner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Suhre Lake Dam?
Suhre Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Suhre Lake Dam?
Suhre Lake Dam is owned by Dean OConner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Suhre Lake Dam built?
Suhre Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Suhre Lake Dam?
Suhre Lake 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 Suhre Lake Dam?
Suhre Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Suhre Lake Dam last inspected?
Suhre Lake Dam was last inspected on October 7, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.