Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam dam
Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam
Located in Tippecanoe County, Indiana, Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam, also known as Marsh Lake Dam, serves as a local government-owned structure on an unnamed tributary of the Wildcat Creek. With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam stands at a height of 24 feet and has a hydraulic height of 24.5 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 4.5 acres, providing a serene environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy various recreational activities.
Despite its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, the dam remains state-regulated, with regular inspections taking place to ensure compliance with safety standards. The last inspection in January 2018 revealed the need for improvements, highlighting the importance of ongoing risk management measures. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, the dam's structural integrity and emergency preparedness are critical factors that warrant attention to mitigate potential risks and safeguard the surrounding community and environment.
As a focal point for outdoor recreation and water resource conservation, Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human enjoyment and environmental stewardship. By prioritizing safety and maintenance efforts, local authorities can continue to preserve this valuable resource for future generations to appreciate and protect against the backdrop of Indiana's tranquil landscape.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| South Fork Wildcat Creek Near Lafayette | 79 cfs | → |
| Wildcat Creek Near Lafayette | 209 cfs | → |
| Wildcat Creek At Owasco | 107 cfs | → |
| Wabash River At Lafayette Ind | 2,970 cfs | → |
| Tippecanoe River Near Delphi | 1,000 cfs | → |
| Deer Creek Near Delphi | 71 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam.
Boat launches
- North River Road 1030-1118, West Lafayette
- Houston Road Tippecanoe County
- Old State Road 25 6392, Tippecanoe County
- South 50 East 3250-3998, Bringhurst
Track Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam
Where does the data for Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Marsh Lake Tippecanoe Co. Highway Dam.