Whitley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00692 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
TERRANCE AND ANN B. MAPPES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whitley Lake Dam?
Whitley Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Whitley Lake Dam?
Whitley Lake Dam is owned by TERRANCE AND ANN B. MAPPES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitley Lake Dam built?
Whitley Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Whitley Lake Dam?
Whitley 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 Whitley Lake Dam?
Whitley Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Whitley Lake Dam last inspected?
Whitley Lake Dam was last inspected on March 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.