The Head Lake Dam, located in Brown County, Indiana, was planned but never built.
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This private dam was intended to be an earth dam with a height of 30 feet and a length of 573 feet. Although it was designed to have a maximum storage capacity of 668 acre-feet, it was never completed, and the dam's primary purpose and associated structures remain unknown.
Despite its unfinished state, the Head Lake Dam project provides valuable insights into the region's water resource management and climate considerations. With a normal storage capacity of 271 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.43 square miles, the dam could have played a crucial role in flood control and water supply management. However, issues such as hazard potential, condition assessment, and emergency preparedness remain undetermined, highlighting the importance of thorough planning and regulatory oversight in dam construction projects.
While the Head Lake Dam may never come to fruition, its existence in the planning stage serves as a reminder of the complex interplay between water resources, climate factors, and infrastructure development. As climate change continues to impact water availability and extreme weather events, the need for sustainable and resilient water management infrastructure like dams becomes increasingly apparent. The Head Lake Dam project, although unbuilt, underscores the ongoing challenges and opportunities in maintaining water security and adaptability in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1996 |
Dam Length |
573 |
Dam Height |
30 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
27.1 |
Drainage Area |
2.43 |
Nid Storage |
668 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
30 |
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18cfs |
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419cfs |
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121cfs |
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602cfs |
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178cfs |
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570cfs |
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Brown County State Park
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Yellowwood State Forest
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Horseman's Camp
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Happy Hollow’s Children Camp
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Primitive Campground
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B & D
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