Traders Point Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 14, 2025

Traders Point Lake Dam, located in Marion, Indiana, was completed in 1927 for the primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a hydraulic height of 17 feet, with a length of 300 feet. The dam's reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 66 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 157 acre-feet, providing ample water resources for recreational activities such as boating and fishing on its 10-acre surface area.

While the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, its condition assessment is deemed poor, with the last inspection in 2017 revealing areas of concern. The risk assessment for Traders Point Lake Dam is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. Despite these challenges, the dam is state-regulated and inspected, with necessary permits and enforcement in place to ensure its continued safety and functionality. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the importance of maintaining this recreational structure for the community while also addressing its maintenance and safety needs to mitigate potential risks and ensure long-term sustainability.

Year Completed

1927

Dam Length

300

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

BUSHS RUN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

1.63

Nid Storage

157

Structural Height

17

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

18
       
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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.