Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake)

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY FRENCH LICK CREEK· Orange, Indiana· Built 1965· Earth· 45 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake) is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 45 ft (taller than 90.7% in IN)
Dam Length405 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage186 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,105 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDIN00090

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

SPRINGS VALLEY CONSERV. DIST.

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake)?

Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake) 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 Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake)?

Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake) is owned by SPRINGS VALLEY CONSERV. DIST. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake) built?

Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake) was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake)?

Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake) serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake)?

Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake) has a dam height of 45 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 Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake) last inspected?

Svcd Structure No. F-6 (Collins Lake) was last inspected on July 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.