Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca)
Key Takeaway
Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca) is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 89.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,985 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03731 |
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
CAMP TECUMSEH YMCA CENTER
Private
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca)?
Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca) 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 Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca)?
Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca) is owned by CAMP TECUMSEH YMCA CENTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca) built?
Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca) was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca)?
Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca) 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 Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca)?
Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca) has a dam height of 43 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 Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca) last inspected?
Tecumseh Lake Dam (Ymca) was last inspected on June 23, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.