Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 528 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 246 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,213 cfs |
| NID ID | OH00577 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Assn., Inc.
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam?
Heart of Ohio Fish & Game 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 Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam?
Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam is owned by Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Assn., Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam?
Heart of Ohio Fish & Game 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 Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam?
Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam last inspected?
Heart of Ohio Fish & Game Lake Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.