Robert Crowder Dam, also known as Robert Crowder Lake, is a private dam located in Parke, Indiana, along an unnamed tributary of Big Raccoon Creek.
Built in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 37 feet and stretches 900 feet in length, serving primarily for recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 52 acre-feet. However, recent assessments have indicated a poor condition with a high hazard potential.
The dam's spillway, with a width of 10 feet, is uncontrolled, and it has no outlet gates. Despite being regulated and inspected by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, concerns have been raised regarding its safety and the need for potential risk management measures. The dam's location and design present a moderate risk of failure, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and monitoring to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and the preservation of the water resources it holds.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1971 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
37 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BIG RACCOON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.1 |
Hydraulic Height |
35 |
Drainage Area |
0.14 |
Nid Storage |
52 |
Structural Height |
37 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
37 |
Big Raccoon Creek At Coxville
|
602cfs |
Big Raccoon Creek Near Fincastle Ind
|
296cfs |
Wabash River At Montezuma
|
13600cfs |
Plum Creek Near Bainbridge
|
6cfs |
Big Walnut Creek Near Roachdale
|
204cfs |
Eel River At Bowling Green
|
1300cfs |