Prince's Northeast Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY MUD CREEK· Johnson, Indiana· Built 1955· Earth· 33 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Prince's Northeast Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 72.9% in IN)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge592 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDIN03593

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: Yes
Last Inspection: August 27, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

Harvey David McDaniel

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Prince's Northeast Lake Dam?

Prince's Northeast 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 Prince's Northeast Lake Dam?

Prince's Northeast Lake Dam is owned by Harvey David McDaniel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Prince's Northeast Lake Dam built?

Prince's Northeast Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Prince's Northeast Lake Dam?

Prince's Northeast 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 Prince's Northeast Lake Dam?

Prince's Northeast Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Prince's Northeast Lake Dam last inspected?

Prince's Northeast 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.