Munk Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Munk Lake Dam, located in Clark County, Indiana, was completed in 1970 by the USDA NRCS and serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

This private earth dam stands at 38 feet high with a hydraulic height of 54 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 127 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2006 revealed poor conditions, indicating potential maintenance needs to ensure its long-term safety and functionality.

Situated on Silver Creek-offstream, Munk Lake Dam has a surface area of 5 acres and a drainage area of 0. The dam's maximum discharge capacity is 197 cubic feet per second, with no designated spillway type or outlet gates. With a relatively low risk profile and no state regulatory oversight, the dam's last inspection in 2018 highlighted the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate any potential safety risks and ensure its continued recreational value for the local community.

As a key feature in the Louisville District's water resource infrastructure, Munk Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of private stewardship in managing and maintaining crucial water resources. With its historical significance dating back to 1970, this earth dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human recreation and environmental conservation in the face of changing climate patterns. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate resilience can appreciate the unique challenges and opportunities presented by Munk Lake Dam in the broader context of sustainable water management practices.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

380

Dam Height

38

River Or Stream

SILVER CREEK-OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5

Hydraulic Height

54

Nid Storage

127

Structural Height

54

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

54
       
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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.