Lake Gloria Dam

TRIBUTARY TO WEST FORK MILL CREEK· Hamilton, Ohio· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Gloria Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 3.9% in OH)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,166 cfs
NID IDOH02672

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 27, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Redwood Cinncinnati Pippin Road OH P1 LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Gloria Dam?

Lake Gloria 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 Lake Gloria Dam?

Lake Gloria Dam is owned by Redwood Cinncinnati Pippin Road OH P1 LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Gloria Dam?

Lake Gloria 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 Lake Gloria Dam?

Lake Gloria Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Lake Gloria Dam last inspected?

Lake Gloria Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2021. 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.