Woodland Lake
Key Takeaway
Woodland Lake is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 70.1% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 238 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 27 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00271 |
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
WOODLAND LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodland Lake?
Woodland Lake 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 Woodland Lake?
Woodland Lake is owned by WOODLAND LAKE PROPERTY OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodland Lake built?
Woodland Lake was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Woodland Lake?
Woodland 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 Woodland Lake?
Woodland Lake has a dam height of 32 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 Woodland Lake last inspected?
Woodland Lake was last inspected on March 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.