Green Lake Dam, located in Brown County, Indiana, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1964, this earth dam stands at a height of 51 feet and has a length of 856 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 860 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 1328 acre-feet. The dam is situated on an unnamed tributary of North Fork Salt Creek and is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
With a hazard potential rated as high and a fair condition assessment as of 2004, Green Lake Dam is classified as having a moderate risk level. The spillway of the dam is uncontrolled and has a width of 190 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 2339 cubic feet per second. Despite its risk level, the dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years, with the last inspection conducted in September 2019. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Green Lake Dam presents a compelling case study in dam safety and management within the context of recreational water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1964 |
Dam Length |
856 |
Dam Height |
51 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY NORTH FORK SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
51 |
Hydraulic Height |
51 |
Drainage Area |
1.63 |
Nid Storage |
1328 |
Structural Height |
51 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
51 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Atterbury Military
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Johnson County Park
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Heflen Co Park
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Irwin City Park
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Happy Hollow’s Children Camp
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Brown County State Park
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