Marysville Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Marysville Lake Dam, also known as Goodman Lake Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Scottsburg, Indiana.


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Summary

Completed in 1956, this earth dam stands at 42 feet high and stretches 518 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 461 acre-feet of water for recreational purposes. The dam overlooks an unnamed tributary of Kimberlin Creek, offering a surface area of 23 acres for visitors to enjoy.

Despite its recreational appeal, Marysville Lake Dam has been assessed as having a significant hazard potential and poor condition, with the last inspection conducted in April 2018. The dam's spillway, categorized as uncontrolled, has a width of 200 feet. While the dam is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, its risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. With its historical significance and scenic surroundings, Marysville Lake Dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of such vital infrastructure.

Year Completed

1956

Dam Length

518

Dam Height

42

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY KIMBERLIN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Hydraulic Height

42

Drainage Area

0.7

Nid Storage

461

Structural Height

42

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

42
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.