Stout Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY WEST FORK WHITE LICK CREEK· Hendricks, Indiana· Built 1957· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Stout Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 23% in IN)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage130 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge178 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDIN00331

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 14, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

ROBERT AND DIANE MURER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Stout Lake Dam?

Stout 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 Stout Lake Dam?

Stout Lake Dam is owned by ROBERT AND DIANE MURER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Stout Lake Dam built?

Stout Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Stout Lake Dam?

Stout 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 Stout Lake Dam?

Stout Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Stout Lake Dam last inspected?

Stout Lake Dam was last inspected on August 14, 2014. 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.