Hominy Ridge Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 26, 2025

Hominy Ridge Lake Dam, located in Wabash, Indiana, is a state-owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes, including fish and wildlife pond activities.


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Summary

Completed in 1940, this earth dam stands at a height of 34 feet and spans a length of 335 feet, with a storage capacity of 204 acre-feet. The dam impounds an unnamed tributary of the Salamonie River, creating a surface area of 6.26 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.

Despite its low hazard potential, Hominy Ridge Lake Dam has been rated as having poor condition as of August 2013. The dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last assessment conducted in May 2018. While the risk assessment categorizes the structure as moderate, efforts to improve its condition and ensure public safety are ongoing. The dam features a valve outlet gate and an uncontrolled spillway, with a maximum discharge capacity of 562 cubic feet per second.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hominy Ridge Lake Dam provides an interesting case study of a state-regulated structure that blends recreation with environmental conservation. With its scenic location and potential for outdoor activities, the dam serves as a valuable asset for the local community. By addressing its maintenance needs and implementing risk management measures, this earth dam can continue to offer a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors while protecting the surrounding natural habitat.

Year Completed

1940

Dam Length

335

Dam Height

34

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY SALAMONIE RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.26

Hydraulic Height

34

Drainage Area

0.38

Nid Storage

204

Structural Height

34

Outlet Gates

Valve

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

34
       
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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.