Falcon Crest Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 20, 2025

Falcon Crest Lake Dam, also known as Loudermilk Dam, is a private dam located in Morgan, Indiana, along an unnamed tributary of Goose Creek.


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Summary

Completed in 1992, this earth dam stands at a height of 32.3 feet and has a length of 225 feet, providing recreational opportunities in the area with a storage capacity of 323 acre-feet. The dam is regulated and inspected by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, ensuring its safety and compliance with state regulations.

Despite being designated as a high hazard potential structure, Falcon Crest Lake Dam is currently assessed to be in fair condition, with a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a slide gate outlet, serving its primary purpose of recreation. With a surface area of 20 acres and a drainage area of 0.55 square miles, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the region. Although its last inspection was conducted in July 2020, the dam is set to undergo regular inspections every two years to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the integrity of the structure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Falcon Crest Lake Dam serves as a fascinating example of how private entities can contribute to water management and recreation in Indiana.

Year Completed

1992

Dam Length

225

Dam Height

32.3

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY GOOSE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

20

Drainage Area

0.55

Nid Storage

323

Structural Height

32.3

Outlet Gates

Slide (sluice gate)

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

32
       
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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.