Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 70 ft (taller than 98.7% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Max Storage | 8.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 201 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 34,882 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00002 |
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
State Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam?
Whitewater St. Park 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 Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam?
Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam is owned by information not available (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam built?
Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam?
Whitewater St. Park 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 Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam?
Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 70 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 Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Whitewater St. Park Lake Dam was last inspected on September 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.