Burl Jean Lake Dam dam
Burl Jean Lake Dam
Burl Jean Lake Dam, located in Washington, Indiana, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation. Standing at a height of 18 feet, the earth dam provides a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.61 acres. While the dam's hazard potential is considered undetermined, it has not been rated for its condition assessment, with the last inspection taking place in June 1979.
Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, Burl Jean Lake Dam remains a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area. The dam's serene surroundings and recreational opportunities draw visitors seeking a peaceful escape in nature. With its picturesque setting and potential for outdoor activities, the dam serves as a valuable asset for the community, offering a place for leisure and relaxation.
As climate change continues to impact water resources, the significance of structures like Burl Jean Lake Dam becomes even more pronounced. By understanding and appreciating the role of such dams in providing recreational opportunities and supporting local ecosystems, enthusiasts can advocate for their preservation and sustainable management in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Burl Jean Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| West Fork Blue River At Salem | 550 cfs | → |
| Blue River At Fredericksburg | 4,870 cfs | → |
| Silver Creek Near Sellersburg | 3,880 cfs | → |
| Muddy Fk At Mockingbird Valley Rd At Louisville | 16 cfs | → |
| Muscatatuck River Near Deputy | 3,850 cfs | → |
| Little Goose Creek Near Harrods Creek | 11 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Burl Jean Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- North Elk Creek Road 3477-3501, Scottsburg
- County Road 775 South, Vallonia
- East Delaney Millport Road 76, Vallonia
- Ohio River Greenway 100-598, New Albany
- Charlestown State Park Boat Ramp
- Harrison Avenue 1021, Clarksville
Campgrounds
- Clark State Forest
- Deam Lake Campground
- Deam Lake State Rec Area
- Buffalo Trace Co Park
- Delaney Creek Park
- Charlestown State Park
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Junction Of North/South Forks Of Lost River To State Road 337 Bridge, Approx 4 Miles Southeast Of Orleans, In
- City Limits Of English, In To Carnes Mill Site In Ne1/4ne1/4 Of Sec 13, T3s, R1w
- State Road 337 Bridge To State Road 56 Bridge At Prospect, In
- Carnes Mill Site To 7.65 Miles Above Confluece With Ohio River At Confluence With Turkey Creek
- State Road 56 Bridge To Forest Purchase Boundary At Roland, In
Track Burl Jean Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Burl Jean Lake Dam
Where does the data for Burl Jean Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Undetermined hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Burl Jean Lake Dam.