Danville Conservation Club Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

The Danville Conservation Club Dam, located in Danville, Indiana, serves as a vital water resource for the local community.


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Summary

Built in 1945 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a structural height of 18 feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a surface area of 6.96 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 108 acre-feet.

Despite its importance, the dam is currently rated as having a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment. In 2019, it underwent its last inspection, revealing the need for improvements and maintenance. The dam is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Danville Conservation Club Dam presents an opportunity to explore the intersection of infrastructure, conservation, and recreational use. Its historical significance and current condition highlight the ongoing challenges of maintaining aging dams while ensuring public safety and environmental protection in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water demands.

Year Completed

1945

Dam Length

220

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WEST FORK WHITE LICK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.96

Hydraulic Height

18

Drainage Area

0.98

Nid Storage

108

Structural Height

18

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Rock, Soil

Nid Height

27
       
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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.