Lincoln Estates Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO WEST BRANCH OF ROCKY RIVER· Medina, Ohio· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH)
Dam Length410 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage27 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge2,732 cfs
NID IDOH02872

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: Yes
Last Inspection: October 17, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Don Taras

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lincoln Estates Lake Dam?

Lincoln Estates 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 Lincoln Estates Lake Dam?

Lincoln Estates Lake Dam is owned by Don Taras (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lincoln Estates Lake Dam?

Lincoln Estates 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 Lincoln Estates Lake Dam?

Lincoln Estates Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Lincoln Estates Lake Dam last inspected?

Lincoln Estates Lake Dam was last inspected on October 17, 2018. 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.