Twin Beach Dam
Key Takeaway
Twin Beach Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 192 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00288 |
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
JOHN HEATON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Beach Dam?
Twin Beach 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 Twin Beach Dam?
Twin Beach Dam is owned by JOHN HEATON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Beach Dam built?
Twin Beach Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Twin Beach Dam?
Twin Beach 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 Twin Beach Dam?
Twin Beach Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Twin Beach Dam last inspected?
Twin Beach Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.