Joe Dehart Lake Dam, located in Johnson County, Indiana, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Completed in 1972, this structure spans 215 feet in length and reaches a height of 31 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. The dam sits on an unnamed tributary of Goose Creek and is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2009 was rated as poor, highlighting the need for ongoing maintenance and monitoring. The last inspection in 2014 reported a moderate risk level, prompting further attention to risk management measures. With a drainage area of 0.29 square miles and a surface area of 7.7 acres, Joe Dehart Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and flood control in the region, making it an essential site for water resource and climate enthusiasts to follow.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
215 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY GOOSE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
32 |
Drainage Area |
0.29 |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Structural Height |
34 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
34 |
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124cfs |
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560cfs |
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1280cfs |
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71cfs |
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1290cfs |
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818cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Johnson County Park
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Camp Atterbury Military
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Irwin City Park
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Mason Ridge - Morgan Monroe State Forest
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Heflen Co Park
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