Staley Lake Dam, located in Putnam, Indiana, was completed in 1965 and serves as a key recreational spot in the area.
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The dam, standing at a structural height of 27 feet and a length of 315 feet, provides storage for 73 acre-feet of water and covers a surface area of 4.08 acres. While it does not have a designated spillway type, the dam is classified as an earth dam with low hazard potential.
Despite being privately owned, Staley Lake Dam is not regulated or inspected by the state, and its condition assessment remains unrated as of the last inspection in 1990. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it continues to support recreational activities and offers a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a normal storage capacity of 39 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.16 square miles, Staley Lake Dam stands as a testament to the harmonious coexistence of human recreation and environmental stewardship in Indiana's water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
315 |
Surface Area |
4.08 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
73 |
Structural Height |
27 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
27 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Lieber State Rec Area
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Campground Entrance
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Cataract Void Campground
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Rattlesnake - Owen Putnam State Forest
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Horseman's Campground
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