Lake Of The Four Seasons (Dam B) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake of The Four Seasons (Dam B) in Indiana is a privately owned dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


°F

°F

mph

Wind

%

Humidity

Summary

Built in 1966, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and has a hydraulic height of 23 feet. The dam spans 290 feet in length and has a storage capacity of 1375 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 410 acre-feet.

Despite its recreational importance, the dam poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment. The last inspection in 2015 revealed the need for maintenance and repairs. With a moderate risk rating of 3, there is a call for risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam for both the surrounding community and the environment. The dam's location in Porter, Indiana, highlights the critical need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks.

Year Completed

1966

Dam Length

290

Dam Height

31

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

14.53

Hydraulic Height

23

Drainage Area

2.22

Nid Storage

1375

Structural Height

31

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

31
       
Seasonal Comparison

Weather Forecast

Dam Data Reference

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.