Gemco (Dan Vogel) Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Gemco (Dan Vogel) Lake Dam in Indiana is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Constructed in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, this dam stands at 31 feet high and spans a length of 310 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 53 acre-feet. The dam is located in Metamora, Franklin County, along an unnamed tributary of Little Salt Creek.
With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Gemco (Dan Vogel) Lake Dam poses a high risk due to its location and potential impact on the surrounding area. The dam has not been modified in recent years and lacks certain safety features such as a spillway. Despite being state-regulated and inspected, the last inspection was conducted in 2016, highlighting the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks.
The dam's presence offers recreational opportunities but also underscores the importance of proper management and oversight to ensure public safety and environmental protection. As climate change continues to impact water resources, it is crucial for stakeholders to remain vigilant in maintaining infrastructure like Gemco (Dan Vogel) Lake Dam to safeguard against potential hazards and ensure sustainable water management practices in the future.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
310 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY LITTLE SALT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Gemco (Dan Vogel) Lake Dam