Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO WEST BRANCH ROCKY RIVER· Lorain, Ohio· Built 1963· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH)
Dam Length180 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge92 cfs
Year Completed1963 (63 years old)
NID IDOH01960

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: October 4, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Multiple Owners - 1217-008

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam?

Hickory Nut Golf Course 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 Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam?

Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam is owned by Multiple Owners - 1217-008 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam built?

Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam?

Hickory Nut Golf Course 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 Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam?

Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam last inspected?

Hickory Nut Golf Course Lake Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2018. 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.