Cline Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO KOKOSING RIVER· Knox, Ohio· Built 1958· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cline Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 33.3% in OH)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge310 cfs
Year Completed1958 (68 years old)
NID IDOH01850

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

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

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 14, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Daniel F Hoy

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cline Lake Dam?

Cline Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cline Lake Dam?

Cline Lake Dam is owned by Daniel F Hoy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cline Lake Dam built?

Cline Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Cline Lake Dam?

Cline 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 Cline Lake Dam?

Cline Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Cline Lake Dam last inspected?

Cline Lake Dam was last inspected on November 14, 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.