Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel)

CAMP CREEK· Jefferson, Indiana· Built 1975· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel) is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 15.7% in IN)
Dam Length200 ft
Max Storage69 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area9 sq mi
Max Discharge5,948 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDIN00642

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: November 28, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

HOOSIER TRAILS COUNCIL NO.145

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel)?

Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel) 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 Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel)?

Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel) is owned by HOOSIER TRAILS COUNCIL NO.145 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel) built?

Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel) was completed in 1975, making it 51 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel)?

Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel) 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 Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel)?

Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel) has a dam height of 18 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 Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel) last inspected?

Camp Creek Dam (In-Channel) was last inspected on November 28, 2016. 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.