Leatherwood Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Leatherwood Lake Dam, located in Jennings, Indiana, was completed in 1972 and serves as a crucial recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 53 feet, with a hydraulic height of 47 feet, and a length of 670 feet. It has a storage capacity of 572 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.7 acres.
Despite its recreational value, Leatherwood Lake Dam poses a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment. The dam is classified as high risk (2) and is in need of immediate attention to ensure public safety and prevent potential disasters. The last inspection in March 2020 revealed the dam's poor condition, highlighting the importance of regular monitoring and maintenance.
With its unique location and historical significance, Leatherwood Lake Dam serves as a vital water resource for the community. However, given its current risk assessment and condition, there is a pressing need for proper risk management measures and maintenance to preserve this important structure for future generations of water enthusiasts and climate advocates.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
670 |
Dam Height |
53 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY LEATHERWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
47 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
572 |
Structural Height |
53 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
53 |
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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.
Leatherwood Lake Dam