Borror Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Borror Lake Dam, located in Steuben, Indiana, was completed in 1984 and serves as a vital structure for recreational purposes.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 25 feet with a length of 690 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1,010 acre-feet of water. Situated on an unnamed tributary of the West Branch Fish Creek, the dam offers a surface area of 82 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy various activities.

Despite its low hazard potential, Borror Lake Dam's condition assessment is rated as poor, indicating a need for maintenance and improvements. The last inspection in 2018 highlighted the dam's risk assessment as high, with a designated score of 2. While the dam currently has no spillway or outlet gates, its management and operation fall under private ownership, with the Indiana Department of Natural Resources overseeing state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols. The dam's location within the Chicago District underscores its significance for water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.

As a key infrastructure for water recreation in Indiana, Borror Lake Dam presents opportunities for both leisure and conservation initiatives. With its strategic positioning and storage capacity, the dam contributes to the sustainability of local water resources while offering a picturesque setting for outdoor activities. Continued monitoring and maintenance efforts are essential to ensure the safety and longevity of Borror Lake Dam, signifying the importance of proactive risk management strategies in safeguarding water facilities and enhancing climate resilience in the area.

Year Completed

1984

Dam Length

690

Dam Height

25

River Or Stream

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WEST BRANCH FISH CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

82

Drainage Area

0.39

Nid Storage

1010

Outlet Gates

None

Hazard Potential

Low

Nid Height

25
       
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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.
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