Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake
Key Takeaway
Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 860 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,710 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03758 |
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 DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake?
Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake 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 Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake?
Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake is owned by INDIANA DEPARTMENT OF NATURAL RESOURCES (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake built?
Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake?
Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake 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 Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake?
Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake 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 Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake last inspected?
Wahl-Shin-Cah Lake was last inspected on May 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.