Gonzalez Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO HUGLE RUN· Stark, Ohio· Built 1995· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gonzalez Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 7.3% in OH)
Dam Length245 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage87 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge934 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDOH02408

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: June 24, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Volusia Property, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gonzalez Lake Dam?

Gonzalez 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 Gonzalez Lake Dam?

Gonzalez Lake Dam is owned by Volusia Property, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Gonzalez Lake Dam built?

Gonzalez Lake Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Gonzalez Lake Dam?

Gonzalez 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 Gonzalez Lake Dam?

Gonzalez Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Gonzalez Lake Dam last inspected?

Gonzalez Lake Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2020. 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.