Wagner Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY RATTLESNAKE CREEK· Owen, Indiana· Earth· 26 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Wagner Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 48.2% in IN)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage39 acre-ft
Normal Storage2 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,586 cfs
NID IDIN03951

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: September 13, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

RICHARD WAGNER

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Wagner Lake Dam?

Wagner 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 Wagner Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Wagner Lake Dam?

Wagner Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Wagner Lake Dam?

Wagner Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Wagner Lake Dam last inspected?

Wagner Lake Dam was last inspected on September 13, 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.