Hermitage Club Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO LITTLE MIAMI RIVER· Hamilton, Ohio· Built 1918· Earth· 38 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hermitage Club Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1918 and is 108 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 79.3% in OH)
Dam Length170 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage23 acre-ft
Normal Storage13 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge200 cfs
Year Completed1918 (108 years old)
NID IDOH01699

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: March 28, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

The Hermitage Club Company

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hermitage Club Lake Dam?

Hermitage Club Lake Dam 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 Hermitage Club Lake Dam?

Hermitage Club Lake Dam is owned by The Hermitage Club Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hermitage Club Lake Dam built?

Hermitage Club Lake Dam was completed in 1918, making it 108 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 Hermitage Club Lake Dam?

Hermitage Club 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 Hermitage Club Lake Dam?

Hermitage Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Hermitage Club Lake Dam last inspected?

Hermitage Club Lake Dam was last inspected on March 28, 2019. 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.