Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground

TRIBUTARY TO CHAGRIN RIVER - OFFSTREAM· Geauga, Ohio· Built 1971· Earth· 12 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH)
Dam Length3,800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage293 acre-ft
Normal Storage175 acre-ft
Surface Area53 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDOH01615

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 15, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Fowler's Mill

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground?

Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground 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 Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground?

Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground is owned by Fowler's Mill (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground built?

Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground?

Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground 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 Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground?

Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground has a dam height of 12 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 Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground last inspected?

Fowler'S Mill Golf Course Upground was last inspected on May 15, 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.