Marshall Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY MARTINDALE CREEK· Wayne, Indiana· Built 1976· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Marshall Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 27.4% in IN)
Dam Length465 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1976 (50 years old)
NID IDIN00612

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 24, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

TIMOTHY J. KRULL

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marshall Lake Dam?

Marshall 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 Marshall Lake Dam?

Marshall Lake Dam is owned by TIMOTHY J. KRULL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Marshall Lake Dam built?

Marshall Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Marshall Lake Dam?

Marshall 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 Marshall Lake Dam?

Marshall 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 Marshall Lake Dam last inspected?

Marshall Lake Dam was last inspected on October 24, 2019. 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.