Lake Haven Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 20, 2025
Lake Haven Dam, located in Henry County, Indiana, was completed in 1954 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
The dam, standing at a height of 31 feet and stretching 244 feet in length, holds a maximum storage capacity of 155 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9.8 acres. It is situated on an unnamed tributary of the Big Blue River and is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, ensuring state oversight for permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite its primary purpose of recreation, Lake Haven Dam poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment, indicating the need for maintenance and potential risk management measures. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 30 feet, and it features a slide (sluice gate) outlet gate for water release. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its last inspection in 2018 revealed areas of concern, prompting a moderate risk assessment rating of 3 on a scale of 1 to 5.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a captivating site to explore, Lake Haven Dam offers a mix of recreational opportunities and a glimpse into the importance of proper dam maintenance and risk management in safeguarding water resources. With its historical significance and picturesque setting, this dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment of natural resources and the need for responsible stewardship to ensure safety and sustainability for future generations.
Year Completed |
1954 |
Dam Length |
244 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BIG BLUE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
9.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
31 |
Drainage Area |
0.31 |
Nid Storage |
155 |
Structural Height |
31 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Lake Haven Dam