Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam

BARES RUN· Clermont, Ohio· Built 1997· Earth· 37 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 37 ft (taller than 77.9% in OH)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage325 acre-ft
Normal Storage180 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge3,470 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDOH00271

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 28, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Clermont Golf Limited

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam?

Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam?

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

When was Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam built?

Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam?

Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam?

Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam last inspected?

Clermont Golf Limited Lake Dam was last inspected on March 28, 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.