Amy Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: J-Lake Dam Arthur Farmer Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Amy Lake Dam, located in Morgan, Indiana, was completed in 1977 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built by the USDA NRCS, this private earth dam stands at a height of 20 feet and stretches 920 feet in length, offering a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet. The dam, situated on TR-SNAKE CREEK and LAKE DITCH, serves as a low hazard potential structure with a condition assessment that is currently not rated.
Despite being non-state regulated, the dam provides essential recreational opportunities and water resource management for the local community. With a surface area of 11 acres and a normal storage capacity of 65 acre-feet, Amy Lake Dam plays a significant role in maintaining water levels and supporting wildlife habitats in the area. Although last inspected in 1996, the dam continues to serve its purpose effectively and stands as a testament to responsible water resource development and management in Indiana.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
920 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR-SNAKE CREEK,LAKE DITCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
11 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Nid Storage |
115 |
Structural Height |
20 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
20 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Amy Lake Dam