Lake Holiday Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Shades Pond Dam Lake Vista Dam
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
Lake Holiday Dam, located in Montgomery, Indiana, is a private structure built in 1964 for recreational purposes along the Corner Creek.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 66 feet with a hydraulic height of 67 feet, the dam spans a length of 1050 feet and has a storage capacity of 6718 acre-feet. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is currently in fair condition and undergoes inspections every three years to ensure its safety.
Managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, the Lake Holiday Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a valve outlet gate. With a surface area of 167 acres and a drainage area of 5.8 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water storage and recreational opportunities to the local community. Although moderate risks are associated with the dam, proper risk management measures are in place to mitigate any potential threats and ensure the safety of the surrounding area.
With its scenic location and vital role in water resource management, Lake Holiday Dam serves as a key asset for the region, offering both recreational benefits and essential water storage capacity. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the maintenance and monitoring of dams like Lake Holiday become increasingly important to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure sustainable water management practices for the future.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
1050 |
Dam Height |
66 |
River Or Stream |
CORNER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
167 |
Hydraulic Height |
67 |
Drainage Area |
5.8 |
Nid Storage |
6718 |
Structural Height |
68 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
68 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sugar Creek At Crawfordsville
|
45cfs |
Big Raccoon Creek Near Fincastle Ind
|
89cfs |
Big Walnut Creek Near Roachdale
|
3cfs |
Plum Creek Near Bainbridge
|
0cfs |
Wabash River At Montezuma
|
1500cfs |
Wabash River At Covington
|
1670cfs |
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.
Lake Holiday Dam