Robert Crowder Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
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.
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Summary
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.
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 |
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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.
Robert Crowder Dam