Valley Brook Farms Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Indian Lake Dam Lux Lake Dam
Last Updated: January 12, 2026
Valley Brook Farms Lake Dam, located in Hancock, Indiana, was completed in 1987 and serves as a recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
This privately-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 106 acre-feet. While its primary purpose is recreation, the dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined, with no official condition assessment rating.
Despite its age, Valley Brook Farms Lake Dam has not been subject to recent inspections, with the last one dating back to December 1991. The dam's emergency action plan status is unknown, raising concerns about its readiness in case of a potential failure. With its location in a picturesque setting, water enthusiasts may be drawn to this structure, but its lack of recent assessments and maintenance raise questions about its long-term safety and sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Height |
15 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
106 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sugar Creek At New Palestine
|
12cfs |
Pleasant Rn At Arlington Ave At Indpls
|
0cfs |
Fall Creek At Millersville
|
60cfs |
Buck Creek At Acton
|
34cfs |
Lick Creek At Indianapolis
|
4cfs |
White River Near Nora
|
200cfs |
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.
Valley Brook Farms Lake Dam
Shoreland Lane 9601, Indianapolis