Daus Addition Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Daus Addition Lake Dam, located in Allen County, Indiana, is a significant earth dam completed in 1955 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 16 feet and a length of 450 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 65 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8.3 acres. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, the dam poses a significant hazard potential and its condition remains unrated as of the last inspection in 1990.

With a maximum discharge of 27 cubic feet per second, Daus Addition Lake Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. While its spillway type and width are unspecified, the dam serves as a key recreational spot for enthusiasts of water activities and climate admirers alike. As a dam with a rich history dating back to the mid-20th century, the structure stands as a reminder of the importance of responsible water resource management in the face of climate variability and change.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

450

Dam Height

16

Surface Area

8.3

Hydraulic Height

16

Drainage Area

0.14

Nid Storage

65

Structural Height

16

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

16
       
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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.