Hermitage Club Lake Dam
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 Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1918 (108 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01699 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
The Hermitage Club Company
Private
Nearby Dams
Peter Lake Dam
Hamilton, OH
Significant Hazard 50 ftColdstream Country Club Dam No. 1
Hamilton, OH
Low Hazard 33 ftGlen Ridge Lake Dam
Clermont, OH
Significant Hazard 42 ftHeimann Pond Dam
Hamilton, OH
Significant Hazard 35 ftWillowbrook Lake Dam
Clermont, OH
High Hazard 23 ftLower East Fork Equalization Basin
Clermont, OH
Significant Hazard 20 ftGlen Willow Lake Dam
Clermont, OH
Significant Hazard 18 ftRoyal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam
Clermont, OH
Significant Hazard 27 ftFrequently 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.