Village Farms Lake Dam - East

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY COOL CREEK· Hamilton, Indiana· Built 1974· Earth· 23 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Village Farms Lake Dam - East is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 35.8% in IN)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage216 acre-ft
Normal Storage69 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,804 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDIN00757

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: February 14, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

VILLAGE FARMS HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Village Farms Lake Dam - East?

Village Farms Lake Dam - East 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 Village Farms Lake Dam - East?

Village Farms Lake Dam - East is owned by VILLAGE FARMS HOME OWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Village Farms Lake Dam - East built?

Village Farms Lake Dam - East was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Village Farms Lake Dam - East?

Village Farms Lake Dam - East 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 Village Farms Lake Dam - East?

Village Farms Lake Dam - East has a dam height of 23 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 Village Farms Lake Dam - East last inspected?

Village Farms Lake Dam - East was last inspected on February 14, 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.