Little Fox Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Smith Lake Dam Woodland Lake
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Little Fox Lake Dam, located in Bean Blossom, Indiana, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1971, this dam stands at a height of 40 feet and has a structural height of 39 feet, with a length of 610 feet. It has a maximum storage capacity of 193 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 129 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 14.4 acres and draining a small 0.1 square mile watershed.
Despite its fair condition assessment in 2012, Little Fox Lake Dam poses a significant hazard potential and is categorized as having a moderate risk level. The dam is state-regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, with inspections conducted every three years to ensure its safety and compliance. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 507 cubic feet per second, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance to prevent potential risks and ensure public safety.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Little Fox Lake Dam serves as a vital recreational structure within the Brown County area, offering opportunities for outdoor activities while also emphasizing the importance of proper dam management and maintenance to mitigate potential hazards. Its location on an unnamed tributary of Beanblossom Creek underscores the interconnectedness of water resources within the region, highlighting the need for sustainable practices and regulatory oversight to protect both the environment and local communities. As a privately owned facility with state oversight, Little Fox Lake Dam showcases the collaborative efforts required to balance recreational enjoyment with safety and environmental stewardship in a changing climate landscape.
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
610 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BEANBLOSSOM CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
39 |
Drainage Area |
0.1 |
Nid Storage |
193 |
Structural Height |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
40 |
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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.
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