Lake Lucerne Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lucerne Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,818 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00358 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lake Lucerne Club Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lucerne Dam?
Lake Lucerne Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Lucerne Dam?
Lake Lucerne Dam is owned by Lake Lucerne Club Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Lucerne Dam built?
Lake Lucerne Dam was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Lake Lucerne Dam?
Lake Lucerne 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 Lucerne Dam?
Lake Lucerne Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Lucerne Dam last inspected?
Lake Lucerne Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.