Roosevelt Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Roosevelt Lake Dam, located in Friendship, Ohio, is a significant water resource structure managed by the Ohio Department of Agriculture.


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Summary

Completed in 1934, this earth dam stands at a height of 25.5 feet and spans a length of 533 feet, creating a reservoir with a normal storage capacity of 77 acre-feet. The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and other outdoor activities in the scenic surroundings of Scioto County.

Managed by the Department of Natural Resources, the dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement measures to ensure its safety and functionality. With a high hazard potential due to its location on Turkey Creek, the dam is regularly assessed and maintained to meet safety standards. Despite its age, the dam was found to be in satisfactory condition during the last inspection in May 2018, with an emergency action plan in place to address potential risks and ensure public safety in case of emergencies.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Roosevelt Lake Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for recreational water activities in the region, while also highlighting the importance of dam safety and maintenance in mitigating potential risks. As a key element in the local water management system, the dam's historical significance and ongoing management efforts underscore the importance of sustainable water resource practices to support both human and environmental needs in the area.

Year Completed

1934

Dam Length

533

Dam Height

25.5

River Or Stream

TURKEY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12.8

Drainage Area

16.3

Nid Storage

157

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

26
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.