Goldeneye Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Goldeneye Pond Dam, located in North Webster, Indiana, is a state-owned recreational dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1964.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 28.1 feet with a hydraulic height of 24 feet, this earth dam spans 1147 feet and holds a maximum storage capacity of 343 acre-feet. Situated on an unnamed tributary of the Tippecanoe River, the dam serves the primary purpose of recreation, providing a surface area of 25.4 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

Despite its satisfactory condition assessment as of July 2009, Goldeneye Pond Dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential, with a moderate risk level assigned. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway type and has no outlet gates. Regular inspections are conducted, with the last inspection taking place in October 2019, and an inspection frequency of every 3 years. The dam is state-regulated, inspected, and enforced by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Goldeneye Pond Dam offers a unique opportunity to explore the intersection of water management, recreational activities, and environmental stewardship. With its picturesque location in Kosciusko County and close proximity to the Tippecanoe River, this dam serves as an important piece of infrastructure that contributes to the local ecosystem while providing valuable recreational opportunities for residents and visitors alike.

Year Completed

1964

Dam Length

1147

Dam Height

28.1

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TIPPECANOE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

25.4

Hydraulic Height

24

Drainage Area

1.6

Nid Storage

343

Structural Height

28

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

28
       
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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.