Springs Valley Lake (F7) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 18, 2025

Springs Valley Lake (F7), also known as Tucker Lake, is a captivating water resource located in French Lick, Indiana.


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Summary

This Federal-owned lake serves as a fish and wildlife pond, as well as a recreational hotspot for locals and visitors alike. Built in 1963, this Earth dam stands at a structural height of 68 feet, with a hydraulic height of 65 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1690 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 141 acres.

Managed by the Forest Service and funded by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Springs Valley Lake boasts a controlled spillway type with a width of 3 feet and a high hazard potential rating. Despite its rating, the dam's condition assessment remains satisfactory, with the last inspection conducted in October 2020. With its very high risk assessment ranking, Springs Valley Lake (F7) continues to be a crucial water resource for the local community and a significant site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.

Year Completed

1963

Dam Length

890

Dam Height

68

River Or Stream

FRENCH LICK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

141

Hydraulic Height

65

Nid Storage

1690

Structural Height

68

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

68
       
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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.