Windy Hill Farm Lake
Key Takeaway
Windy Hill Farm Lake is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 2,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 269 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 194 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 747 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00136 |
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
Throgmartin Henke Development LLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Windy Hill Farm Lake?
Windy Hill Farm Lake 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 Windy Hill Farm Lake?
Windy Hill Farm Lake is owned by Throgmartin Henke Development LLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Windy Hill Farm Lake built?
Windy Hill Farm Lake was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Windy Hill Farm Lake?
Windy Hill Farm Lake 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 Windy Hill Farm Lake?
Windy Hill Farm Lake 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 Windy Hill Farm Lake last inspected?
Windy Hill Farm Lake was last inspected on January 9, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.