Frank A. Rogers Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

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Summary

Rogers Lake Dam, located in Brown County, Indiana, serves as a vital recreational resource for enthusiasts of water activities and climate preservation. This private-owned dam on Jackson Branch has a primary purpose of recreation, offering a serene 3-acre surface area for visitors to enjoy. With a height of 30 feet and a length of 250 feet, the dam provides a picturesque backdrop for outdoor adventures.

Despite its recreational appeal, Frank A. Rogers Lake Dam poses significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment. The last inspection date in 2018 revealed maintenance issues, highlighting the need for ongoing risk management measures to ensure public safety. The dam's high risk level (2) underscores the importance of regular inspections and emergency preparedness to mitigate potential dangers in case of emergencies.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to flock to Frank A. Rogers Lake Dam for leisure activities, it is crucial for regulatory agencies like the Indiana Department of Natural Resources to uphold strict permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols. With its state-regulated status and adherence to inspection and enforcement requirements, the dam plays a crucial role in balancing recreational enjoyment with safety and environmental conservation.

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

30

River Or Stream

JACKSON BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

3

Drainage Area

0.08

Nid Storage

22

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

30
       
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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.