Rose Lake Upper Dam

TRIBUTARY TO CLEAR CREEK· Warren, Ohio· Built 1950· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Rose Lake Upper Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 76% in OH)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage170 acre-ft
Normal Storage134 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge691 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDOH00562

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: Yes
Last Inspection: May 6, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Rose's Abode Inc

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Rose Lake Upper Dam?

Rose Lake Upper 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 Rose Lake Upper Dam?

Rose Lake Upper Dam is owned by Rose's Abode Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Rose Lake Upper Dam built?

Rose Lake Upper Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Rose Lake Upper Dam?

Rose Lake Upper 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 Rose Lake Upper Dam?

Rose Lake Upper Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Rose Lake Upper Dam last inspected?

Rose Lake Upper Dam was last inspected on May 6, 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.