Indian (Everroad) Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Indian (Everroad) Lake Dam, located in Bartholomew, Indiana, was completed in 1957 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

The dam is privately owned and regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Standing at a height of 17 feet and with a length of 460 feet, the dam impounds the unnamed tributary of White Creek, creating a surface area of 14.9 acres and a storage capacity of 143 acre-feet.

Despite its recreational significance, the dam poses a high hazard potential and is currently in poor condition as of its last assessment in 2006. The spillway, with a width of 105 feet, is uncontrolled, and the maximum discharge capacity is 659 cubic feet per second. The dam is inspected every two years, with the last inspection conducted in May 2019. While the risk assessment categorizes the dam as moderate, the overall risk management measures and emergency preparedness for the dam are not detailed in the available data.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Indian (Everroad) Lake Dam presents an intriguing case study of a privately owned dam with recreational significance but in need of attention and maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality. The dam's location in Indiana, its association with the Louisville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, and its high hazard potential highlight the complexities and challenges in managing and regulating water infrastructure for both human use and environmental protection. Its history, design, and current condition offer valuable insights into the broader context of dam safety and water resource management in the region.

Year Completed

1957

Dam Length

460

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WHITE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14.9

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

0.8

Nid Storage

143

Structural Height

17

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

17
       
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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.