Located in OKEANA, Indiana, Bartmess Lake Dam is a privately owned structure designed by USDA NRCS and completed in 1970.
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The dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, with a height of 25 feet and a length of 400 feet. It holds a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 6.4 acres, drawing from a drainage area of 0.23 square miles.
Despite its low hazard potential, Bartmess Lake Dam has been assessed as unsatisfactory in condition, with the last inspection conducted in November 2014. The dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, posing some risk in the event of high discharge events. Additionally, the risk assessment has classified the structure as high risk, warranting attention to potential management measures to enhance safety and stability.
With the responsibility falling under the regulatory oversight of the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Bartmess Lake Dam stands as a notable feature along the UNNAMED TRIBUTARY SOURS RUN. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find interest in monitoring the ongoing management and maintenance efforts for this dam to ensure its continued effectiveness in providing recreational opportunities while mitigating potential risks.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY SOURS RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.23 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Structural Height |
25 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Governor Bebb Preserve
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Miami Whitewater Forest
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Brookville Lake
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Franklin County Park
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Mounds State Rec Area - Brookville Lake
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