Water's Edge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Water's Edge Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 74.8% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 151 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00546 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
David Vornehm
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Water's Edge Lake Dam?
Water's Edge Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Water's Edge Lake Dam?
Water's Edge Lake Dam is owned by David Vornehm (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Water's Edge Lake Dam built?
Water's Edge Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Water's Edge Lake Dam?
Water's Edge 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 Water's Edge Lake Dam?
Water's Edge 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 Water's Edge Lake Dam last inspected?
Water's Edge Lake Dam was last inspected on September 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.