Little Mountain Dam "A"

ELLISON CREEK· Lake, Ohio· Earth· 46 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Little Mountain Dam "A" is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 46 ft (taller than 89.2% in OH)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage35 acre-ft
Normal Storage23 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge982 cfs
NID IDOH03012

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: September 30, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Mountain Golf, LTD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Little Mountain Dam "A"?

Little Mountain Dam "A" 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 Little Mountain Dam "A"?

Little Mountain Dam "A" is owned by Mountain Golf, LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Little Mountain Dam "A"?

Little Mountain Dam "A" serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Little Mountain Dam "A"?

Little Mountain Dam "A" has a dam height of 46 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 Little Mountain Dam "A" last inspected?

Little Mountain Dam "A" was last inspected on September 30, 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.