Bilinovich Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO SKULL FORK· Guernsey, Ohio· Built 1992· Earth· 57 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bilinovich Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 57 ft (taller than 95% in OH)
Dam Length440 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage33 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge151 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDOH02829

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 11, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Pete Bilinovich

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bilinovich Lake Dam?

Bilinovich 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 Bilinovich Lake Dam?

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

When was Bilinovich Lake Dam built?

Bilinovich Lake Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Bilinovich Lake Dam?

Bilinovich Lake Dam 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 Bilinovich Lake Dam?

Bilinovich Lake Dam has a dam height of 57 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 Bilinovich Lake Dam last inspected?

Bilinovich Lake Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2020. 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.