White Oak Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
White Oak Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 59.3% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 430 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 251 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 830 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00216 |
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
WHITE OAK LAKE ASSOC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of White Oak Lake Dam?
White Oak 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 White Oak Lake Dam?
White Oak Lake Dam is owned by WHITE OAK LAKE ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was White Oak Lake Dam built?
White Oak Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Oak Lake Dam?
White Oak 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 White Oak Lake Dam?
White Oak Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Oak Lake Dam last inspected?
White Oak Lake Dam was last inspected on January 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.