Goettl Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO ROCKY FORK· Richland, Ohio· Built 1959· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Goettl Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH)
Dam Length200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage104 acre-ft
Normal Storage43 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge151 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDOH00453

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: No
Last Inspection: November 12, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Brening;Dubiel Etc.;Goettl;Tucker

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Goettl Lake Dam?

Goettl 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 Goettl Lake Dam?

Goettl Lake Dam is owned by Brening;Dubiel Etc.;Goettl;Tucker (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Goettl Lake Dam built?

Goettl Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Goettl Lake Dam?

Goettl 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 Goettl Lake Dam?

Goettl Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Goettl Lake Dam last inspected?

Goettl Lake Dam was last inspected on November 12, 2015. 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.