Curtis Lake Dam #2 (Center) Reservoir Report
Nearby: Taylor Lake Dam Robert Crowder Dam
Last Updated: December 17, 2025
Curtis Lake Dam #2 (Center), also known as Center Lake, is a private dam located in Parke, Indiana.
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Summary
Completed in 1962, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a length of 400 feet. Its primary purpose is for recreation, providing a surface area of 12 acres and a maximum storage capacity of 100 acre-feet.
Situated on an unnamed tributary of Raccoon Creek, Curtis Lake Dam #2 is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections. However, with a poor condition assessment and significant hazard potential, the dam poses a high risk (2) in terms of potential failure. The last inspection in October 2016 highlighted the need for maintenance and upgrades to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Despite its recreational significance, the dam's risk assessment and condition raise concerns for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a high risk of failure and a significant hazard potential, it is crucial for the dam's owners and regulatory agencies to prioritize necessary improvements to prevent any potential disasters and protect the surrounding environment and communities.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
400 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY RACCOON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
100 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Curtis Lake Dam #2 (Center)