Cameron Lake Dam

INDIAN CREEK· Johnson, Indiana· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cameron Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 70.1% in IN)
Dam Length260 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Normal Storage65 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDIN03189

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 28, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

RONALD SIMON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cameron Lake Dam?

Cameron Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cameron Lake Dam?

Cameron Lake Dam is owned by RONALD SIMON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Cameron Lake Dam?

Cameron Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Cameron Lake Dam?

Cameron Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Cameron Lake Dam last inspected?

Cameron Lake Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.