Youth Camp Dam No. 2
Key Takeaway
Youth Camp Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 234 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | IN03806 |
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
Southeastern Baptist Youth Camp
Private
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Low Hazard 23 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Youth Camp Dam No. 2?
Youth Camp Dam No. 2 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 Youth Camp Dam No. 2?
Youth Camp Dam No. 2 is owned by Southeastern Baptist Youth Camp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Youth Camp Dam No. 2 built?
Youth Camp Dam No. 2 was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Youth Camp Dam No. 2?
Youth Camp Dam No. 2 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 Youth Camp Dam No. 2?
Youth Camp Dam No. 2 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 Youth Camp Dam No. 2 last inspected?
Youth Camp Dam No. 2 was last inspected on June 14, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.