Village Farms Lake Dam - West, also known as Ralph Wilfong Lake Dam, is a private dam located in Hamilton County, Indiana.
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Built in 1984 by WEIHE ENG., this earth dam stands at 18 feet tall and stretches 390 feet in length. Its primary purpose is for recreation, offering a serene setting for outdoor activities such as fishing and boating on the unnamed tributary of Cool Creek.
With a storage capacity of 383 acre-feet and a surface area of 17 acres, Village Farms Lake Dam - West provides a significant water resource for the surrounding area. While it currently holds a fair condition assessment, the dam is classified as having a significant hazard potential. Despite this, the risk assessment is moderate, indicating a level of caution necessary for its management and maintenance.
Managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, this dam undergoes regular inspections and is regulated by the state. As a vital part of the local ecosystem and recreational landscape, Village Farms Lake Dam - West serves as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
390 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY COOL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17 |
Drainage Area |
1 |
Nid Storage |
383 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
White River Near Nora
|
203cfs |
Eagle Creek At Zionsville
|
15cfs |
White River At Noblesville
|
170cfs |
Stony Creek Near Noblesville
|
9cfs |
Fall Creek At Millersville
|
47cfs |
Crooked Creek At Indianapolis
|
4cfs |