University Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
University Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1910 and is 116 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Multi-Arch |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 198 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1910 (116 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00537 |
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 UNIVERSITY PHYSICAL PLANT
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of University Lake Dam?
University 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 University Lake Dam?
University Lake Dam is owned by INDIANA UNIVERSITY PHYSICAL PLANT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was University Lake Dam built?
University Lake Dam was completed in 1910, making it 116 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is University Lake Dam?
University Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 University Lake Dam last inspected?
University Lake Dam was last inspected on April 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.