Amy Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: J-Lake Dam Arthur Farmer Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Amy Lake Dam, located in Morgan, Indiana, is a privately owned Earth-type dam completed in 2003 for recreational purposes along Snake Creek.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 35 feet with a length of 1400 feet, the dam provides a storage capacity of 1982 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 79.2 acres. While the dam is in fair condition as of the last assessment in 2010, it has a significant hazard potential and is inspected every three years.
Managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources, Amy Lake Dam holds a high risk rating, emphasizing the importance of regular maintenance and risk management measures. Despite lacking a spillway, the dam features valve outlets for controlled water release. With its strategic location and scenic surroundings, the dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is crucial to monitor and support the preservation of structures like Amy Lake Dam to ensure their safety and sustainability for future generations.
Year Completed |
2003 |
Dam Length |
1400 |
Dam Height |
35 |
River Or Stream |
SNAKE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
79.2 |
Drainage Area |
0.85 |
Nid Storage |
1982 |
Outlet Gates |
Valve |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Rock, Soil |
Nid Height |
35 |
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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.
Amy Lake Dam