Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams dam
Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams
Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams, also known as the Lutheran Church Camp Dam, is a privately owned water resource nestled in the picturesque Brown County, Indiana. Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, these earth dams stand at a structural height of 27 feet, with a hydraulic height of 26 feet, serving primarily for recreational purposes. The dams boast a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet, with a surface area of 14.3 acres and a maximum discharge capability of 200 cubic feet per second. Situated on an unnamed tributary of Bear Creek, these dams provide a serene environment for visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 55 feet, is uncontrolled, adding to the allure of the natural surroundings. Despite its fair condition assessment in 2006, the dams are considered to have a high hazard potential, prompting biennial inspections to ensure public safety. The risk assessment, rated at a moderate level, highlights the need for ongoing risk management measures. With its location in a tranquil setting in the heart of Indiana, the Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams offer a unique opportunity for water resource and climate enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty and importance of sustainable water management practices.
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 Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Fork Salt Creek At Nashville | 2,890 cfs | → |
| White River Near Centerton | 9,200 cfs | → |
| Sugar Creek Near Edinburgh | 4,340 cfs | → |
| Driftwood River Near Edinburgh Ind | 9,520 cfs | → |
| Youngs Creek Near Edinburgh Ind | 1,480 cfs | → |
| Flatrock River At Columbus | 3,500 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams.
Boat launches
- East Stipp Road Monroe County
- Monroe County
- Henderson Ford Boat Ramp
- County Road 550 South 3427, Franklin
- South Mauxferry Road Johnson County
- River Road Johnson County
Campgrounds
- Mason Ridge Camping Area
- Oak Ridge Camping Area
- Morgan - Monroe State Forest
- Yellowwood State Forest
- Mason Ridge - Morgan Monroe State Forest
- Horseman's Camp
Track Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams in the Snoflo app
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About Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams
Where does the data for Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams 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 High 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 Lutheran Hills Camp Lake Dams.