Timber Ridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Timber Ridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 55.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 146 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 283 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00716 |
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
INDIANA ASSOCIATION OF SEVENTH DAY ADVENTISTS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Timber Ridge Lake Dam?
Timber Ridge Lake Dam 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 Timber Ridge Lake Dam?
Timber Ridge Lake Dam is owned by INDIANA ASSOCIATION OF SEVENTH DAY ADVENTISTS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Timber Ridge Lake Dam built?
Timber Ridge Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Ridge Lake Dam?
Timber Ridge 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 Ridge Lake Dam?
Timber Ridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Ridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Timber Ridge Lake Dam was last inspected on December 13, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.