Watanabe Upper Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Watanabe Upper Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 88.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 313 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 778 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | IN04006 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ADLAI CHESTER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Watanabe Upper Lake Dam?
Watanabe Upper Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Watanabe Upper Lake Dam?
Watanabe Upper Lake Dam is owned by ADLAI CHESTER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Watanabe Upper Lake Dam built?
Watanabe Upper Lake Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Watanabe Upper Lake Dam?
Watanabe Upper 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 Watanabe Upper Lake Dam?
Watanabe Upper Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Watanabe Upper Lake Dam last inspected?
Watanabe Upper Lake Dam was last inspected on March 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.