Traders Point Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Traders Point Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1927 and is 99 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 15.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,018 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1927 (99 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00355 |
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
Lakeside Improvement Association Incorporated
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Traders Point Lake Dam?
Traders Point 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 Traders Point Lake Dam?
Traders Point Lake Dam is owned by Lakeside Improvement Association Incorporated (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Traders Point Lake Dam built?
Traders Point Lake Dam was completed in 1927, making it 99 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 Traders Point Lake Dam?
Traders Point 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 Traders Point Lake Dam?
Traders Point Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Traders Point Lake Dam last inspected?
Traders Point Lake Dam was last inspected on February 23, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.