Elk Creek Dam No. 8
Indiana — Washington County — COON CREEK
Location
| State | Indiana |
| County | Washington |
| River | COON CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.65786, -85.90426 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 30 ft |
| Dam Height | 22 ft |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| NID Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | No |
| Last Inspection | February 27, 2020 |
| Inspection Frequency | 3 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1962 |
| Primary Purpose | Flood Risk Reduction |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | ELK CREEK CONSERVANCY DISTRICT |
| Other Name | Hay Lake |
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.