Meadow Spring Lake Dam

Henry, Indiana· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Meadow Spring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 18.8% in IN)
Dam Length0 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDIN03507

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: August 5, 1964
State Regulated: No

Ownership

James Ray

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Meadow Spring Lake Dam?

Meadow Spring 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 Meadow Spring Lake Dam?

Meadow Spring Lake Dam is owned by James Ray (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Meadow Spring Lake Dam?

Meadow Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Meadow Spring Lake Dam last inspected?

Meadow Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on August 5, 1964. 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.