Kekionga Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Kekionga Lake Dam, located in Allen, Indiana, serves as a key recreational resource for water and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

Completed in 1979, this privately owned earth dam boasts a height of 22 feet and a length of 700 feet, creating a picturesque lake with a surface area of 18.7 acres. With its primary purpose being recreation, the dam offers a tranquil escape for visitors to enjoy water-based activities in a beautiful natural setting.

Managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Kekionga Lake Dam is state-regulated and inspected to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite being classified as having a high hazard potential, the dam is rated as being in fair condition. Its uncontrolled spillway and moderate risk assessment of 3 highlight the importance of ongoing risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards. With a drainage area of 0.32 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow in the region.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Kekionga Lake Dam stands as a testament to the intersection of human engineering and natural beauty. As visitors flock to this recreational haven to enjoy the serene waters and picturesque surroundings, the dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure that enhances the local ecosystem while providing a valuable recreational outlet for the community.

Year Completed

1979

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY GRAHAM MCCULLOCH DITCH NUMBER ONE

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18.7

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

0.32

Nid Storage

167

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

22
       
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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.