Wisdom Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wisdom Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 30.9% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| NID ID | IN04007 |
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
DWAYNE KEILLOR
Private
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Low Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wisdom Lake Dam?
Wisdom 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 Wisdom Lake Dam?
Wisdom Lake Dam is owned by DWAYNE KEILLOR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wisdom Lake Dam?
Wisdom 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 Wisdom Lake Dam?
Wisdom Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Wisdom Lake Dam last inspected?
Wisdom Lake Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.