Timber Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Timber Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 40 ft (taller than 84.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 104 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00334 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timber Lake Dam?
Timber Lake Dam 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 Timber Lake Dam?
Timber Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timber Lake Dam built?
Timber Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Timber Lake Dam?
Timber 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 Timber Lake Dam?
Timber Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Timber Lake Dam last inspected?
Timber Lake Dam was last inspected on October 22, 1996. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.