Doubletree Lake Estates Dam (North) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Doubletree Lake Estates Dam (North) in Indiana is a privately-owned structure that sits on an unnamed tributary of the Deep River.


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Summary

The dam, primarily used for recreation, is an earth-type structure with a height of 28.5 feet and a length of 600 feet. It has a storage capacity of 270 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 90 acres. Despite its recreational purpose, the dam poses a high hazard potential with poor condition assessment, last inspected in 2011.

Located in Lake County, Indiana, the Doubletree Lake Estates Dam (North) is regulated by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources and is subject to state inspection, permitting, and enforcement. The dam lacks spillway capacity, lock structures, and emergency action plans, further raising concerns about its safety and risk management measures. With a risk assessment rating of high and a hazard potential of high, stakeholders and authorities need to address the dam's condition and potential impact on the surrounding area.

Given its critical condition and high hazard potential, the Doubletree Lake Estates Dam (North) requires immediate attention and maintenance to ensure the safety of the community and the environment. With the risk of flooding and structural failure looming, stakeholders must prioritize assessment, repairs, and emergency preparedness to mitigate potential disasters. As a focal point for water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive maintenance and risk management in safeguarding our water infrastructure.

Dam Length

600

Dam Height

28.5

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY DEEP RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

90

Drainage Area

1

Nid Storage

270

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

29
       
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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. 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

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, 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.