Fischer Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO ASHTABULA RIVER· Ashtabula, Ohio· Earth· 14 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fischer Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 9.6% in OH)
Dam Length313 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage96 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area6 sq mi
Max Discharge413 cfs
NID IDOH02719

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: May 17, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

William E. Fischer

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fischer Lake Dam?

Fischer 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 Fischer Lake Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Fischer Lake Dam?

Fischer 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 Fischer Lake Dam?

Fischer Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Fischer Lake Dam last inspected?

Fischer Lake Dam was last inspected on May 17, 2018. 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.