Summary
The dam has a height of 33 feet and a hydraulic height of 29 feet, creating a surface area of 15.9 acres and a storage capacity of 235 acre-feet. Located on an unnamed tributary of Crooked Creek, the dam is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure public safety.
Despite its high hazard potential and poor condition assessment, Ridgeview Lake Dam continues to provide recreational opportunities for the community. With a maximum discharge capacity of 344 cubic feet per second and an uncontrolled spillway width of 48 feet, the dam poses a moderate risk for potential incidents. While the dam lacks outlet gates, it remains a popular spot for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities in the Georgetown-Offstream area. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Ridgeview Lake Dam an interesting case study for understanding the challenges and opportunities associated with managing aging infrastructure in a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
490 |
Dam Height |
33 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY CROOKED CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
29 |
Drainage Area |
2.04 |
Nid Storage |
235 |
Structural Height |
33 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
33 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Wabash River At Logansport
|
775cfs |
Deer Creek Near Delphi
|
50cfs |
Eel River Near Logansport
|
159cfs |
Tippecanoe River At Buffalo
|
651cfs |
Tippecanoe River Near Delphi
|
709cfs |
Wildcat Creek At Owasco
|
47cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Ridgeview Lake Dam