Located in Kosciusko, Indiana, the Webster Lake Dam - West is a gravity dam completed in 1835 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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The dam stands at a height of 7 feet with a structural height of 6 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 761 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 3804 acre-feet. The reservoir covers a surface area of 774 acres and drains a 49.2 square mile watershed, with a maximum discharge capacity of 69 cubic feet per second.
Despite its historical significance and recreational value, the Webster Lake Dam - West poses a high hazard potential and is currently in poor condition. The dam has not been inspected since October 2017 and is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. With no spillway and no outlet gates, the dam presents a potential risk to downstream communities in the event of a breach or failure, highlighting the importance of regular maintenance and inspection to ensure public safety and environmental protection.
Year Completed |
1835 |
Dam Length |
22 |
Dam Height |
7 |
River Or Stream |
TIPPECANOE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Gravity |
Surface Area |
774 |
Hydraulic Height |
7 |
Drainage Area |
49.2 |
Nid Storage |
3804 |
Structural Height |
6 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
7 |
Tippecanoe River At North Webster
|
15cfs |
Tippecanoe River At Oswego
|
34cfs |
Nb Elkhart River At Cosperville
|
26cfs |
Elkhart River At Goshen
|
170cfs |
Eel River At North Manchester
|
99cfs |
St. Joseph River At Elkhart
|
1460cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Harper Lake Campsite
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Pike Lake County Campground
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Kosciusko County Fairgrounds
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