Rock Island Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO MEANDER CREEK· Mahoning, Ohio· Built 1964· Earth· 34 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rock Island Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 34 ft (taller than 71.7% in OH)
Dam Length170 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage110 acre-ft
Normal Storage74 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge366 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDOH01007

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: April 19, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Roberta A. Raymond

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rock Island Lake Dam?

Rock Island 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 Rock Island Lake Dam?

Rock Island Lake Dam is owned by Roberta A. Raymond (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rock Island Lake Dam built?

Rock Island Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Rock Island Lake Dam?

Rock Island 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 Rock Island Lake Dam?

Rock Island Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Rock Island Lake Dam last inspected?

Rock Island Lake Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2016. 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.