Lewis Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 25, 2025

Lewis Lake Dam, located in Hendricks County, Indiana, is a private dam built in 1960 primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

It stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 260 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 87 acre-feet. The dam is situated on an unnamed tributary of White Lick Creek and is owned and regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources.

Despite its low hazard potential, Lewis Lake Dam has been rated as having poor condition as of 2012, with a risk assessment indicating a high level of risk. The dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, which could potentially pose challenges in managing water flow and ensuring safety in the event of an emergency. Although the dam is inspected every five years, there is a need for further evaluation and possibly rehabilitation to address its current condition.

Given its importance for recreation and water resource management in the area, continued monitoring and maintenance of Lewis Lake Dam are crucial. Climate enthusiasts and water resource advocates should keep a close eye on developments regarding the dam's condition and any potential risk management measures that may be implemented in the future to ensure the safety and sustainability of this vital water infrastructure.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

260

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WHITE LICK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6.13

Hydraulic Height

22

Drainage Area

0.26

Nid Storage

87

Structural Height

22

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

22
       
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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.