Halls Lake Dam

JOCQUEWAY CREEK· Preble, Ohio· Built 1935· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Halls Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 7.3% in OH)
Dam Length325 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage92 acre-ft
Normal Storage20 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge848 cfs
Year Completed1935 (91 years old)
NID IDOH02325

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: April 27, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Abney Acres, LLC

Private

Nearby Dams

Middle Fork Reservoir Dam

Wayne, IN

High Hazard 74 ft

South Q St. Dry Dam

Wayne, IN

Significant Hazard 11 ft

Goose Creek Dam

Preble, OH

Low Hazard 29 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Halls Lake Dam?

Halls 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 Halls Lake Dam?

Halls Lake Dam is owned by Abney Acres, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Halls Lake Dam built?

Halls Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Halls Lake Dam?

Halls 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 Halls Lake Dam?

Halls 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 Halls Lake Dam last inspected?

Halls Lake Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2021. 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.