Pleasant Valley Youth Camp Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pleasant Valley Youth Camp Lake Dam, located in Floyd County, Indiana, was completed in 1968 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

The dam is classified as an earth dam with a height of 30 feet and a hydraulic height of 28 feet. It has a normal storage capacity of 40 acre-feet and a maximum discharge of 1026 cubic feet per second. The dam is situated on an unnamed tributary of Knob Creek, in close proximity to the Ohio River.

Despite its recreational importance, the dam is categorized as having a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment. The last inspection in January 2018 revealed maintenance issues, and the dam is in need of upgrades to meet safety standards. With a high risk assessment rating, there is a pressing need for risk management measures to be implemented to ensure the safety of the surrounding community in case of emergencies. The dam is under the regulatory jurisdiction of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and is subject to regular inspections and enforcement actions.

In light of the dam's condition and hazard potential, it is crucial for stakeholders to prioritize the necessary maintenance and rehabilitation efforts to mitigate risks and ensure the safety of the surrounding area. With its location near the Ohio River and the potential impact on the local environment and community, proactive measures must be taken to address the dam's structural deficiencies. Collaboration between the private owner, regulatory agencies, and design entities like the USDA NRCS is essential to safeguarding the Pleasant Valley Youth Camp Lake Dam and its associated water resources for future generations.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

315

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY KNOB CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

4

Hydraulic Height

28

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

76

Structural Height

31

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

31
       
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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.