Egenolf Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 22, 2025

Egenolf Lake Dam, located in Monroe County, Indiana, serves as a crucial structure for the Wolf Creek watershed, providing recreational opportunities and storing water for various purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1964 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 35 feet in height and spans 681 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 342 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is recreation, offering a surface area of 18.2 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

Despite its significant role in the local ecosystem, Egenolf Lake Dam is facing challenges in terms of its condition assessment, with a rating of poor and a high hazard potential. The last inspection in July 2019 revealed the need for maintenance and potential risk mitigation measures. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, stakeholders are urged to address these concerns promptly to ensure the safety and sustainability of the dam and surrounding areas. As a privately owned structure regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, proactive measures and regular inspections are essential for the long-term management and preservation of Egenolf Lake Dam.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

681

Dam Height

35

River Or Stream

WOLF CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18.2

Hydraulic Height

30.8

Drainage Area

1.33

Nid Storage

342

Structural Height

34.8

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

35
       
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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.