Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam

TRIBUTARY TO NINEMILE CREEK· Clermont, Ohio· Built 1964· Earth· 27 ft tall
Significant Hazard Water Supply Private

Key Takeaway

Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge28 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDOH00266

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: April 3, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Stillmeadow Golf Properties, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam?

Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 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 Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam?

Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam is owned by Stillmeadow Golf Properties, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam built?

Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 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 Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam?

Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam 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 Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam?

Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam last inspected?

Royal Oak Golf Course Pond No. 1 Dam was last inspected on April 3, 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.