Pine Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Pine Lake Dam, also known as Dr.
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Summary
Napper Dam, is a privately-owned recreational dam located in Scottsburg, Indiana. Built in 1943 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet with a length of 390 feet, creating a storage capacity of 142 acre-feet. It serves as a picturesque spot for outdoor activities, offering 17.9 acres of surface area for visitors to enjoy.
Despite its primary purpose for recreation, Pine Lake Dam has a significant hazard potential and a poor condition assessment as of February 2012. The dam is state-regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and undergoes inspections every 3 years. With a moderate risk level of 3, there is a need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of the dam.
Located on an unnamed tributary of Town Creek, Pine Lake Dam plays a vital role in water resource management in the region. While it faces challenges in terms of its condition and hazard potential, the dam continues to be a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of Indiana's beautiful countryside.
Year Completed |
1943 |
Dam Length |
390 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TOWN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.61 |
Nid Storage |
142 |
Structural Height |
15 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Pine Lake Dam