Eder Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ollo Lake Dam Lake Santee
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Eder Lake Dam, located in Enochsburg, Indiana, is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1967.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet with a length of 445 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet. Situated on the Hamburg Branch river, the dam serves various purposes and is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
Despite its low hazard potential, Eder Lake Dam is classified as having a poor condition assessment, last evaluated in 2010. The dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, posing a potential risk to downstream areas in the event of heavy rainfall or flooding. The inspection frequency for this structure is set at 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in February 2016.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Eder Lake Dam of interest due to its unique design and historical significance in the local watershed. As efforts to improve the dam's condition continue, it serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining and monitoring infrastructure to ensure the safety and resilience of our water resources in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
445 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
HAMBURG BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Hydraulic Height |
28 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Structural Height |
28 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
28 |
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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.
Eder Lake Dam