St. Peters Lake Dam dam
St. Peters Lake Dam
St. Peters Lake Dam, located in Harrison, Indiana, was completed in 1935 and serves as a recreational spot with a primary purpose of providing opportunities for outdoor activities. The dam stands at a height of 27 feet, with a length of 285 feet, and has a storage capacity of 243 acre-feet. The surrounding area covers 13.12 acres and has a drainage area of 2.64 square miles, making it an ideal location for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Despite its age, St. Peters Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. The last inspection conducted on the dam was in February 1983, with a frequency of 0 inspections reported. While it may not be regularly assessed, the dam's recreational value and scenic beauty make it a popular destination for visitors looking to enjoy the outdoors and learn more about water resource management in Indiana.
Although there are no associated structures or federal agencies involved in the management of St. Peters Lake Dam, its historical significance and potential for outdoor recreation make it an important site for both locals and tourists alike. With its serene surroundings and ample opportunities for exploration, this dam is a must-visit destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to appreciate the intersection of nature and infrastructure in Harrison, Indiana.
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 St. Peters Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Mill Creek At Orell Road Near Louisville | 2 cfs | → |
| Pond Creek At Pendleton Road Near Louisville | 48 cfs | → |
| Brier Creek At Pendelton Road Near Louisville | 0 cfs | → |
| Buck Creek Near New Middletown | 452 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Cutoff Near Louisville | 1 cfs | → |
| Pond Creek Near Louisville | 28 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near St. Peters Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Greenwood Road 8203, Louisville
- Porter River Road Hardin County
- Bullitt County Boat Ramp
- Ohio River Greenway 100-598, New Albany
- North 27th Street Louisville
- Cooper Chapel Road Louisville
Campgrounds
- South Harrison Co Park
- Salt River Recreation Park
- Salt River Rec Area
- Camp Carlson Military - Fort Knox
- Horsemen's Campground Non-Electric
- Horsemen's Campground Electric
Paddle runs
- Carnes Mill Site To 7.65 Miles Above Confluece With Ohio River At Confluence With Turkey Creek
- City Limits Of English, In To Carnes Mill Site In Ne1/4ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T3s, R1w
- Junction Of North/South Forks Of Lost River To State Road 337 Bridge, Approx 4 Miles Southeast Of Orleans, In
- State Road 337 Bridge To State Road 56 Bridge At Prospect, In
- State Road 56 Bridge To Forest Purchase Boundary At Roland, In
Track St. Peters Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About St. Peters Lake Dam
Where does the data for St. Peters 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 St. Peters Lake Dam.