Jackson Lake Dam

BIG RUN· Jackson, Ohio· Earth· 28 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Jackson Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 54.7% in OH)
Dam Length667 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage551 acre-ft
Normal Storage306 acre-ft
Surface Area43 acres
Drainage Area5 sq mi
Max Discharge791 cfs
NID IDOH00511

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: November 3, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Charles Ziegler

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jackson Lake Dam?

Jackson 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 Jackson Lake Dam?

Jackson Lake Dam is owned by Charles Ziegler (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jackson Lake Dam?

Jackson Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Jackson Lake Dam?

Jackson Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Jackson Lake Dam last inspected?

Jackson Lake Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2022. 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.