Davis Lake Dam dam
Davis Lake Dam
Davis Lake Dam, located in Pike, Indiana, was completed in 1975 with a primary purpose of recreation. The dam, standing at 20 feet high and stretching 479 feet in length, boasts a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and a surface area of 7.5 acres. While the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential, its condition assessment in 2000 was deemed poor, highlighting the need for potential upgrades or maintenance to ensure its continued safety and functionality.
Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Davis Lake Dam serves as a vital component for recreational activities in the area. With a drainage area of 0.19 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 392 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and providing a source of enjoyment for local residents and visitors alike. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the preservation and upkeep of structures like Davis Lake Dam are essential in safeguarding our water resources for future generations.
As enthusiasts and advocates for water resources and climate resilience, it is imperative to monitor the condition and maintenance of dams like Davis Lake Dam to ensure their continued functionality and safety. By staying informed about the state of these structures, we can work towards implementing sustainable practices and policies that support the conservation and responsible management of our water resources. With a focus on collaboration and proactive measures, we can contribute to a more resilient and sustainable water infrastructure that benefits both present and future generations.
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 Davis Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Patoka River At Winslow | 204 cfs | → |
| Patoka River At Jasper | 85 cfs | → |
| White River Above Petersburg | 1,500 cfs | → |
| White River At Petersburg | 16,000 cfs | → |
| Patoka River Near Princeton | 242 cfs | → |
| Pigeon Creek Near Fort Branch | 3 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Davis Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Pigeon Pit 1157-1163, Winslow
- Jasper Riverwalk, Jasper
- County Road 675 East, Otwell
- County Road 825 South Daviess County
- County Road 600 South Daviess County
- County Road 600 South, Montgomery
Campgrounds
- Pike State Forest
- Prides Creek Co Park
- Glendale State Fish And Wildlife Area
- Dubois County Park
- Lynnville Park
- Ferdinand State Forest
Paddle runs
- State Road 56 Bridge To Forest Purchase Boundary At Roland, In
- State Road 337 Bridge To State Road 56 Bridge At Prospect, In
- City Limits Of English, In To Carnes Mill Site In Ne1/4ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T3s, R1w
- Carnes Mill Site To 7.65 Miles Above Confluece With Ohio River At Confluence With Turkey Creek
- Junction Of North/South Forks Of Lost River To State Road 337 Bridge, Approx 4 Miles Southeast Of Orleans, In
Track Davis Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Davis Lake Dam
Where does the data for Davis Lake Dam 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 Davis Lake Dam.