Decker Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY JOHNS CREEK· Wells, Indiana· Built 1960· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Decker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 7.3% in IN)
Dam Length740 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage123 acre-ft
Normal Storage92 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge10 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDIN00771

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: September 6, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

STEVEN FRAUHIGER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Decker Lake Dam?

Decker 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 Decker Lake Dam?

Decker Lake Dam is owned by STEVEN FRAUHIGER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Decker Lake Dam built?

Decker Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Decker Lake Dam?

Decker 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 Decker Lake Dam?

Decker Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Decker Lake Dam last inspected?

Decker Lake Dam was last inspected on September 6, 2018. 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.