Camp Hunt Lake Dam

LAZY CREEK· Monroe, Indiana· Built 1940· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Camp Hunt Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 27.4% in IN)
Dam Length575 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage281 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,422 cfs
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDIN00365

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 6, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

ERIC MARTIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Camp Hunt Lake Dam?

Camp Hunt 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 Camp Hunt Lake Dam?

Camp Hunt Lake Dam is owned by ERIC MARTIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Camp Hunt Lake Dam built?

Camp Hunt Lake Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Hunt Lake Dam?

Camp Hunt 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 Camp Hunt Lake Dam?

Camp Hunt Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Hunt Lake Dam last inspected?

Camp Hunt Lake Dam was last inspected on October 6, 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.