Maurice Bryant Lake Dam

Hendricks, Indiana· Built 1945· Earth· 18 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Maurice Bryant Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 15.7% in IN)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage34 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
NID IDIN00455

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 17, 1993
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Maurice Bryant

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maurice Bryant Lake Dam?

Maurice Bryant Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Maurice Bryant Lake Dam?

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

When was Maurice Bryant Lake Dam built?

Maurice Bryant Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Maurice Bryant Lake Dam?

Maurice Bryant 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 Maurice Bryant Lake Dam?

Maurice Bryant Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Maurice Bryant Lake Dam last inspected?

Maurice Bryant Lake Dam was last inspected on June 17, 1993. 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.