Brazil Lake Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Brazil Lake, also known as Brazil Lake Estates Dam, is a private water resource located in Floyd, Indiana.


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Summary

This dam was completed in 1943 and serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet. The dam, standing at a height of 39 feet with a length of 435 feet, is situated on the Indian Creek and covers a surface area of 7 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, Brazil Lake is categorized as having a poor condition assessment as of February 2016. The dam has a high risk assessment rating, indicating potential risks that need to be addressed. The dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, with a drainage area of only 0.2 square miles. Inspections are conducted every five years, with the last inspection date recorded in February 2016.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Brazil Lake will find it to be a unique private dam in Indiana, offering recreational opportunities in a scenic setting. With its historical significance dating back to the 1940s, the dam presents challenges in maintaining its structural integrity and addressing potential risks associated with its condition assessment and high risk rating. Monitoring and management measures are crucial to ensure the safety and sustainability of Brazil Lake for both recreational use and environmental conservation efforts in the region.

Year Completed

1943

Dam Length

435

Dam Height

39

River Or Stream

INDIAN CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7

Hydraulic Height

39

Drainage Area

0.2

Nid Storage

125

Structural Height

39

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

39
       
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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.