Wanda Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wanda Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 325 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 987 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00729 |
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
KIM KESLER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wanda Lake Dam?
Wanda 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 Wanda Lake Dam?
Wanda Lake Dam is owned by KIM KESLER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wanda Lake Dam built?
Wanda Lake Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Wanda Lake Dam?
Wanda 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 Wanda Lake Dam?
Wanda Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Wanda Lake Dam last inspected?
Wanda Lake Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.