Echo Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lutheran Lake Dam Little Wetwater
Last Updated: February 22, 2026
Echo Lake Dam, located in Bartholomew County, Indiana, was completed in 1940 and serves as a recreational spot for water and climate enthusiasts.
Summary
The dam stands at a height of 15.6 feet and has a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet. While it is primarily used for recreation, the dam is also state-regulated and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition has been assessed as poor, with the last inspection conducted in March 2017. The risk assessment for Echo Lake Dam is categorized as high, indicating a need for effective risk management measures to address any potential issues. With its location on an unnamed tributary of White Creek, the dam provides a serene setting for outdoor activities while also highlighting the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources in the region.
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Year Completed |
1940 |
Dam Length |
335 |
Dam Height |
15.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WHITE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
14.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
East Fork White River At Columbus
|
4760cfs |
East Fork White River At Seymour Ind
|
9180cfs |
Flatrock River At Columbus
|
1600cfs |
North Fork Salt Creek At Nashville
|
153cfs |
Haw Creek Near Clifford
|
107cfs |
Driftwood River Near Edinburgh Ind
|
2510cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Echo Lake Dam
Bartholomew County