Lambert Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO CUYAHOGA RIVER· Geauga, Ohio· Built 1992· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lambert Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 9.6% in OH)
Dam Length1,625 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage494 acre-ft
Normal Storage322 acre-ft
Surface Area41 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge737 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDOH02847

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: October 5, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Richard Lambert

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lambert Lake Dam?

Lambert Lake 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 Lambert Lake Dam?

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

When was Lambert Lake Dam built?

Lambert Lake Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Lambert Lake Dam?

Lambert 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 Lambert Lake Dam?

Lambert Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Lambert Lake Dam last inspected?

Lambert Lake Dam was last inspected on October 5, 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.