Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY BEAR CREEK· Brown, Indiana· Built 1963· Earth· 44 ft tall
Significant Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Indiana. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 44 ft (taller than 90.1% in IN)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage104 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge325 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDIN00086

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: August 15, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: IDNR

Ownership

WAYCROSS EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF INDIANAPOLIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam?

Waycross Episcopal Camp 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 Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam?

Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam is owned by WAYCROSS EPISCOPAL DIOCESE OF INDIANAPOLIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam built?

Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam?

Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam last inspected?

Waycross Episcopal Camp Lake Dam was last inspected on August 15, 2018. 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.