Lake Vista Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BLACK CREEK· Montgomery, Indiana· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage42 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDIN04033

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: April 14, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Vista Dam?

Lake Vista 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 Lake Vista Dam?

Lake Vista Dam is owned by MONTGOMERY COUNTY COMMISSIONER'S OFFICE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Vista Dam?

Lake Vista 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 Lake Vista Dam?

Lake Vista Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Lake Vista Dam last inspected?

Lake Vista Dam was last inspected on April 14, 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.