Manlove Park Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Carlton Lake Dam Glen White Dam
Last Updated: December 27, 2025
Manlove Park Dam, located in Fayette, Indiana, along Lick Creek, was completed in 1939 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet with a length of 720 feet, providing a storage capacity of 220 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 21.4 acres. Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam is state-regulated and regularly inspected by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.
The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a width of 12 feet, and features a valve outlet gate. It has a moderate risk rating and is under the jurisdiction of the Louisville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. The last inspection in June 2022 revealed the dam's poor condition, prompting the need for risk management measures to ensure public safety and the preservation of the surrounding environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Manlove Park Dam serves as a focal point for understanding the importance of proper dam maintenance and emergency preparedness in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1939 |
Dam Length |
720 |
Dam Height |
11 |
River Or Stream |
LICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
21.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Drainage Area |
1.26 |
Nid Storage |
220 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
11 |
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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.
Manlove Park Dam