White Lake Conservancy District Dam
Key Takeaway
White Lake Conservancy District Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 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 | 55 ft (taller than 95.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 220 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 208 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00009 |
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
WHITE LAKE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of White Lake Conservancy District Dam?
White Lake Conservancy District 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 White Lake Conservancy District Dam?
White Lake Conservancy District Dam is owned by WHITE LAKE CONSERVANCY DISTRICT (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Lake Conservancy District Dam built?
White Lake Conservancy District Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 White Lake Conservancy District Dam?
White Lake Conservancy District 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 White Lake Conservancy District Dam?
White Lake Conservancy District Dam has a dam height of 55 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 White Lake Conservancy District Dam last inspected?
White Lake Conservancy District Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.