Lake Mcgrayel (D.S.I.) Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Mcgrayel (D.S.I.) Dam in Indiana is a private-owned structure with a dam height of 30 feet and a storage capacity of 22 acre-feet.


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Summary

Located in Brown County, this earth dam has a normal storage of 14 acre-feet and a surface area of 1.6 acres. The dam's last inspection was conducted in September 1996, with its condition currently marked as "Not Rated" and its hazard potential as "Undetermined".

Despite being privately owned and not regulated by the state, Lake Mcgrayel (D.S.I.) Dam serves a crucial purpose in managing water resources in the area. With its significant storage capacity and strategic location, the dam plays a role in flood control, water supply, and recreational activities in the region. Although its condition assessment is pending and emergency preparedness details are not specified, the dam continues to be a key feature in the local water resource management landscape.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Lake Mcgrayel (D.S.I.) Dam presents an intriguing case study in private dam ownership and management. Its design, construction, and operational details provide valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities associated with maintaining critical water infrastructure. As efforts to assess and improve the dam's condition continue, it remains an essential component of the water ecosystem in Indiana, contributing to both environmental and human needs in the region.

Dam Height

30

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1.6

Nid Storage

22

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

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.