Zion Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Zion Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 27.4% in IN) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 353 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 203 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 464 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | IN00336 |
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
Hugh Harlan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Zion Lake Dam?
Zion 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 Zion Lake Dam?
Zion Lake Dam is owned by Hugh Harlan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zion Lake Dam built?
Zion Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Zion Lake Dam?
Zion 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 Zion Lake Dam?
Zion Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Zion Lake Dam last inspected?
Zion Lake Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.