Glendale Reservoir dam
Glendale Reservoir
Glendale Reservoir, also known as Dogwood Lake Dam, is a state-owned structure located in Daviess County, Indiana. Completed in 1963, the earth dam stands at a height of 53 feet and spans 1350 feet in length. The reservoir serves a primary purpose of recreation, offering a surface area of 1313 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.
With a storage capacity of 36,600 acre-feet and a drainage area of 14 square miles, Glendale Reservoir provides a significant water source for the surrounding area. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam is assessed as being in fair condition as of September 2013. Regular inspections, conducted every 3 years, ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The risk assessment for the dam is rated as high (2), emphasizing the importance of proper risk management measures to mitigate any potential issues.
Located along Mud Creek, Glendale Reservoir offers a picturesque setting for outdoor activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking. Its proximity to Louisville District and the oversight by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) ensures that the reservoir is well-regulated and maintained for the enjoyment of both locals and visitors. As climate and water resource enthusiasts, the data on Glendale Reservoir provides valuable insights into the management and conservation of this vital water source in Indiana.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Glendale Reservoir -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| White River Above Petersburg | 1,500 cfs | → |
| White River At Petersburg | 18,800 cfs | → |
| Patoka River At Jasper | 221 cfs | → |
| Patoka River At Winslow | 390 cfs | → |
| East Fork White River At Shoals | 9,500 cfs | → |
| White River At Newberry | 11,200 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Glendale Reservoir.
Boat launches
- County Road 825 South Daviess County
- County Road 600 South Daviess County
- County Road 675 East, Otwell
- County Road 600 South, Montgomery
- Jasper Riverwalk, Jasper
- Martin County
Campgrounds
- Glendale State Fish And Wildlife Area
- Montgomery Rec Park
- Prides Creek Co Park
- Pike State Forest
- West Boggs Park
- Dubois County Park
Paddle runs
- State Road 56 Bridge To Forest Purchase Boundary At Roland, In
- State Road 337 Bridge To State Road 56 Bridge At Prospect, In
- City Limits Of English, In To Carnes Mill Site In Ne1/4ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T3s, R1w
- Junction Of North/South Forks Of Lost River To State Road 337 Bridge, Approx 4 Miles Southeast Of Orleans, In
- Carnes Mill Site To 7.65 Miles Above Confluece With Ohio River At Confluence With Turkey Creek
Track Glendale Reservoir in the Snoflo app
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About Glendale Reservoir
Where does the data for Glendale Reservoir come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Glendale Reservoir.