Hardy Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: January 1, 2026
Hardy Lake Dam in Indiana, built in 1970 by MIDWESTERN ENGINEERS, INC., stands as a critical water resource structure on the Quick Creek, with a height of 63.1 feet and a length of 1900 feet.
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Summary
The dam has a storage capacity of 27,465 acre-feet and serves as a vital resource for flood control and water supply, with a normal storage capacity of 12,000 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, but its condition assessment in 2017 was deemed satisfactory.
Located in Scott County, Indiana, Hardy Lake Dam is under state jurisdiction and regulation by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. Despite its high risk assessment, the dam has not undergone any modifications in recent years and lacks certain emergency preparedness measures, such as an inundation map. However, the dam's last inspection in 2017 found it to be in satisfactory condition, ensuring its continued operation for the surrounding community and ecosystem. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Hardy Lake Dam to be a fascinating case study of infrastructure management and risk assessment in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
1900 |
Dam Height |
60 |
River Or Stream |
QUICK CREEK |
Surface Area |
753.72 |
Hydraulic Height |
60 |
Drainage Area |
12 |
Nid Storage |
27465 |
Structural Height |
63.1 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
63 |
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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.
Hardy Lake Dam