Larrick Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO CLEAR FORK CREEK· Guernsey, Ohio· Built 1981· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Larrick Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 73.7% in OH)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage23 acre-ft
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge74 cfs
Year Completed1981 (45 years old)
NID IDOH01673

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 26, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

John F. & Mary J. Larrick

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Larrick Lake Dam?

Larrick 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 Larrick Lake Dam?

Larrick Lake Dam is owned by John F. & Mary J. Larrick (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Larrick Lake Dam built?

Larrick Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Larrick Lake Dam?

Larrick 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 Larrick Lake Dam?

Larrick Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Larrick Lake Dam last inspected?

Larrick Lake Dam was last inspected on October 26, 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.