Jackson Lake Dam dam
Jackson Lake Dam
Jackson Lake Dam, located in Greene County, Indiana, is a privately owned structure that serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at a height of 35 feet and has a length of 400 feet, holding a maximum storage capacity of 166 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is in poor condition and was last assessed in 2006, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years.
Situated on an unnamed tributary of Richland Creek, Jackson Lake Dam lacks a spillway but has a normal storage capacity of 133 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 13.2 acres. The dam has a high risk assessment rating due to its condition, emphasizing the need for proper risk management measures. Although no emergency action plan has been prepared, the structure is regulated and inspected by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, ensuring compliance with state permitting and enforcement regulations.
For those interested in water resource and climate issues, Jackson Lake Dam provides a unique case study of a privately owned recreational dam facing maintenance challenges. Despite its picturesque location, the dam's poor condition and high risk assessment underscore the importance of regular inspections and proper risk management to ensure the safety of both the structure and the surrounding environment. As enthusiasts continue to monitor developments at Jackson Lake Dam, the need for proactive measures to address its condition becomes increasingly imperative in safeguarding water resources and mitigating climate-related risks in the region.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Jackson Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| White River At Newberry | 4,810 cfs | → |
| Eel River At Bowling Green | 1,190 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Near Cataract | 175 cfs | → |
| East Fork White River At Shoals | 9,930 cfs | → |
| Busseron Creek Near Carlisle | 200 cfs | → |
| East Fork White River Near Bedford | 4,320 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jackson Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- 625 North Greene County
- County Road 200 South, Dugger
- Greene County
- County Road 25 North, Dugger
- Goodman Road, Dugger
Campgrounds
Track Jackson Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Jackson Lake Dam
Where does the data for Jackson Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Jackson Lake Dam.