Roberts Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO LYTLE CREEK· Clinton, Ohio· Earth· 19 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Roberts 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 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH)
Dam Length250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage27 acre-ft
Normal Storage17 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge151 cfs
NID IDOH01409

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: No
Last Inspection: March 12, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Dwayne A. Wilson

Private

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Ellis Lake Dam

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Clinton County Tributary No. 1 Dam

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Stokes Lake Dam

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Baptist Foundation Lake Dam

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Wilmington Upground Reservoir No. 1

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Wilmington Upground Reservoir No. 2

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Burtonville Lake Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Roberts Lake Dam?

Roberts 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 Roberts Lake Dam?

Roberts Lake Dam is owned by Dwayne A. Wilson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Roberts Lake Dam?

Roberts 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 Roberts Lake Dam?

Roberts Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Roberts Lake Dam last inspected?

Roberts Lake Dam was last inspected on March 12, 2019. 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.