Whispering Wind Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mcclure Lake Maxine Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Whispering Wind Lake Dam, located in Morgan, Indiana, was completed in 1966 and serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This private dam is categorized as an Earth dam, with a height of 18.7 feet and a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2002 indicated poor conditions, highlighting the need for potential maintenance and improvements to ensure its long-term safety and functionality.
Situated on Whispering Wind Lake, this dam spans 340 feet in length and covers a surface area of 10.44 acres while serving a drainage area of 0.45 square miles. With a normal storage capacity of 49 acre-feet, the dam provides a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities. However, the dam's obsolete inspection data from 2002 raises concerns about its current structural integrity and the need for updated assessments to address any potential risks or hazards associated with its aging infrastructure.
Despite its outdated inspection records and poor condition assessment, Whispering Wind Lake Dam remains a picturesque site for outdoor enthusiasts seeking to immerse themselves in nature. As a vital component of the local ecosystem, it is essential for stakeholders to prioritize the dam's maintenance and upkeep to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and preserve the environmental integrity of Whispering Wind Lake for future generations of water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
18.7 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.44 |
Hydraulic Height |
14.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.45 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Structural Height |
18.7 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Mill Creek Near Cataract
|
57cfs |
White River Near Centerton
|
1290cfs |
White Lick Creek At Mooresville
|
118cfs |
Plum Creek Near Bainbridge
|
0cfs |
Big Walnut Creek Near Roachdale
|
10cfs |
Eel River At Bowling Green
|
145cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Whispering Wind Lake Dam