Hungry Acres Lake dam
Hungry Acres Lake
Hungry Acres Lake, located in Brown, Indiana, is a private recreational lake completed in 1969 with a storage capacity of 86 acre-feet. The earth dam stands at 18 feet in height and spans 305 feet in length, providing a surface area of 5 acres for outdoor activities. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2001 was reported as poor, highlighting the need for maintenance and inspection to ensure the safety and longevity of the structure.
With a drainage area of 0.05 square miles, Hungry Acres Lake serves as a haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a tranquil retreat in nature. Although the dam's primary purpose is recreation, its importance in providing water storage and flood control cannot be overlooked. However, with no state regulation or permitting in place, it is crucial for the private owners to prioritize regular inspections and maintenance to mitigate any potential risks associated with the aging dam.
While the lake's current condition may raise concerns, its historical significance and role in supporting local ecosystems make it a valuable asset worth preserving. As the community continues to enjoy the recreational opportunities offered by Hungry Acres Lake, collaborative efforts between private owners and regulatory agencies are essential to ensure the sustainable management of this beloved water resource in Indiana.
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Hungry Acres Lake -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| North Fork Salt Creek At Nashville | 3,760 cfs | → |
| White River Near Centerton | 9,600 cfs | → |
| Sugar Creek Near Edinburgh | 2,470 cfs | → |
| Driftwood River Near Edinburgh Ind | 3,870 cfs | → |
| Youngs Creek Near Edinburgh Ind | 1,510 cfs | → |
| White Lick Creek At Mooresville | 3,090 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hungry Acres Lake.
Boat launches
- Henderson Ford Boat Ramp
- East Stipp Road Monroe County
- County Road 550 South 3427, Franklin
- South Mauxferry Road Johnson County
- Monroe County
- River Road Johnson County
Campgrounds
- Mason Ridge - Morgan Monroe State Forest
- Oak Ridge Camping Area
- Morgan - Monroe State Forest
- Mason Ridge Camping Area
- Yellowwood State Forest
- Horseman's Camp
Track Hungry Acres Lake in the Snoflo app
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About Hungry Acres Lake
Where does the data for Hungry Acres Lake come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Hungry Acres Lake.