Spring Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO CROOKED CREEK· Guernsey, Ohio· Built 1951· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Spring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 70% in OH)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage98 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge87 cfs
Year Completed1951 (75 years old)
NID IDOH00052

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: October 18, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Dr. George Gardinsky

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake Dam?

Spring 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 Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam is owned by Dr. George Gardinsky (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Spring Lake Dam built?

Spring Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Spring Lake Dam?

Spring 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 Spring Lake Dam?

Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Spring Lake Dam last inspected?

Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on October 18, 2017. 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.