Daisy Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 20, 2025

Daisy Lake Dam, also known as Dennis Brothers Lake Dam, is a privately-owned structure located in Vigo County, Indiana.


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Summary

This earth dam was completed in 1979 and serves primarily for recreational purposes. With a height of 36 feet and a hydraulic height of 32 feet, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 172 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 9.6 acres.

Situated on an unnamed tributary of the Wabash River, Daisy Lake Dam poses a high hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of 2007. Despite being state-regulated and inspected, the dam is in need of maintenance and risk management measures to ensure its safety and reliability. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 100 feet, capable of discharging up to 660 cubic feet per second.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Daisy Lake Dam to be an intriguing case study for understanding the challenges and importance of dam maintenance and risk assessment. With its moderate risk level and the potential impact of a failure on the surrounding area, this dam serves as a reminder of the critical role of infrastructure in managing water resources and mitigating climate-related risks.

Year Completed

1979

Dam Length

430

Dam Height

36

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WABASH RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9.6

Hydraulic Height

32

Drainage Area

0.66

Nid Storage

172

Structural Height

36

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

36
       
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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.