Yogi Bear Jellystone-Raintree Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Yogi Bear Jellystone-Raintree Lake Dam, also known as Raintree Lake, is a privately owned dam located in Scott, Indiana, along the Little Joe Creek.


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Summary

Built in 1955 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and stretches 410 feet in length, serving primarily for recreational purposes in the area. With a normal storage capacity of 38 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 85 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 6 acres and drains an area of 0.26 square miles.

Despite its recreational benefits, the dam poses a significant hazard potential due to its poor condition as assessed in 2013. With a high risk rating of 2, the dam requires regular inspections to ensure public safety as it lacks a spillway and outlet gates. The last inspection was conducted in January 2019, with a recommendation for improvements to be made to mitigate potential risks associated with the dam's structural integrity.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor the state-regulated Yogi Bear Jellystone-Raintree Lake Dam in Indiana, given its importance in providing recreational opportunities while also posing potential risks to the surrounding community. With a focus on safety and risk management, continued inspections and maintenance are necessary to address the dam's current condition and ensure its long-term sustainability for future generations to enjoy.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

410

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

LITTLE JOE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

0.26

Nid Storage

85

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

24
       
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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.