Hamilton & Ridlen Lake Dam
Indiana — Scott County — BIG OX CREEK
Location
| State | Indiana |
| County | Scott |
| River | BIG OX CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.67755, -85.83814 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| NID Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | January 24, 2019 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1952 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | BOB AND VALERIE HOUSTON |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.