Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam, located in Vanderburgh, Indiana, is a privately owned earth dam primarily constructed for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 40 feet and a length of 325 feet, the dam holds a normal storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5 acres. Situated on an unnamed tributary of Locust Creek, the dam is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity.
Despite its recreational nature, Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam poses a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of 2012. The dam's inspection frequency is every three years, with the last assessment conducted in February 2018. With a high risk level assigned (2), there is a need for effective risk management measures to mitigate potential threats and ensure the safety of the surrounding community. The dam lacks a spillway and outlet gates, raising concerns about its ability to handle excess water flow during heavy rainfall events.
The dam's location in a high-risk area and its poor condition assessment highlight the importance of ongoing maintenance and monitoring efforts to prevent any potential disasters. Water resource and climate enthusiasts should be aware of the risks associated with Schnacke Lake Number 2 Dam and advocate for necessary improvements to enhance its safety and resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Length |
325 |
Dam Height |
40 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY LOCUST CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
40 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Creek Near Wadesville
|
2cfs |
Pigeon Creek Near Fort Branch
|
6cfs |
Wabash River At New Harmony
|
6230cfs |
Patoka River Near Princeton
|
876cfs |
Wabash River At Mt. Carmel
|
5960cfs |
Little Wabash River At Carmi
|
90cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
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