Harrison Lakes North Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Harrison Lakes North Dam, also known as Harrison North Country Club Dam, is a private dam located in Bartholomew County, Indiana.


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Summary

Completed in 1947, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and has a hydraulic height of 34.2 feet. With a storage capacity of 1,826 acre-feet and a surface area of 45.5 acres, the dam serves the purpose of regulating an unnamed tributary of Denios Creek.

The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 58 feet and has a maximum discharge capacity of 76 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in 2006. The risk assessment for the dam indicates a moderate risk level, with measures in place for risk management.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts will be intrigued by the engineering and environmental considerations surrounding Harrison Lakes North Dam. Its history, design, and regulatory oversight provide a fascinating glimpse into the management of water resources in Indiana. With its significant storage capacity and high hazard potential, this dam plays a crucial role in the local watershed, making it a noteworthy site for further study and monitoring.

Year Completed

1947

Dam Length

900

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY DENIOS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

45.5

Hydraulic Height

34.2

Drainage Area

0.59

Nid Storage

1826

Structural Height

38

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

38
       
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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.