Hidden Hollow Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY DENIOS CREEK· Bartholomew, Indiana· Built 1975· Earth· 25 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hidden Hollow Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 42.2% in IN)
Dam Length520 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage112 acre-ft
Normal Storage86 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge99 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDIN00597

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 27, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

TONY STEWART

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hidden Hollow Lake Dam?

Hidden Hollow Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hidden Hollow Lake Dam?

Hidden Hollow Lake Dam is owned by TONY STEWART (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hidden Hollow Lake Dam built?

Hidden Hollow Lake Dam 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 Hidden Hollow Lake Dam?

Hidden Hollow 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 Hidden Hollow Lake Dam?

Hidden Hollow Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Hidden Hollow Lake Dam last inspected?

Hidden Hollow Lake Dam was last inspected on August 27, 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.