Ridinger Lake Control Structure dam
Ridinger Lake Control Structure
The Ridinger Lake Control Structure in Kosciusko, Indiana, is a state-owned concrete dam primarily designed for recreational purposes. This structure, with a height of 7 feet and a length of 250 feet, provides a storage capacity of 467 acre-feet and serves a drainage area of 34.6 square miles. Although it has a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition, the last inspection was conducted in January 1994. The structure does not fall under the jurisdiction of any state regulatory agency and does not require regular inspections or enforcement.
Located within the Detroit District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Ridinger Lake Control Structure does not have an associated spillway or outlet gates. Despite its age and lack of recent assessments, the dam continues to serve its recreational purpose effectively. The structure's design and function cater to the needs of water resource and climate enthusiasts who appreciate the importance of managing water resources for recreational activities and environmental sustainability. While additional inspections and risk assessments may be necessary in the future, the Ridinger Lake Control Structure stands as a testament to responsible water management in Indiana.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Ridinger Lake Control Structure -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Tippecanoe River At North Webster | 24 cfs | → |
| Tippecanoe River At Oswego | 85 cfs | → |
| Nb Elkhart River At Cosperville | 123 cfs | → |
| Eel River At North Manchester | 297 cfs | → |
| Elkhart River At Goshen | 518 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Huntington | 1,170 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ridinger Lake Control Structure.
Boat launches
- East 350 North 9251-9891, North Webster
- Ems B6a Lane 68-72, Leesburg
- East Backwater Road 9025-9067, North Webster
- Grassy Creek Public Access
- East Epworth Forest Road 9232-9498, North Webster
- South 850 West 2727, Kimmell
Campgrounds
- Harper Lake Campsite
- Kosciusko County Fairgrounds
- Pike Lake County Campground
- Chain Olakes State Park
- Hidden Diamonds City Park
- Elkhart County Fairgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Ridinger Lake Control Structure in the Snoflo app
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About Ridinger Lake Control Structure
Where does the data for Ridinger Lake Control Structure come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Ridinger Lake Control Structure.