Wally's Wood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wally's Wood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 62.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 485 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,620 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00459 |
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
Mike Diener
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wally's Wood Lake Dam?
Wally's Wood 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 Wally's Wood Lake Dam?
Wally's Wood Lake Dam is owned by Mike Diener (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wally's Wood Lake Dam built?
Wally's Wood Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Wally's Wood Lake Dam?
Wally's Wood 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 Wally's Wood Lake Dam?
Wally's Wood Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Wally's Wood Lake Dam last inspected?
Wally's Wood Lake Dam was last inspected on September 5, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.