Uke Ranch Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Uke Ranch Lake Dam, also known as Uke Ranch Pond, is a private dam located in Fitchville, Ohio, within Ashland County.


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Summary

Built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 29.3 feet and has a length of 920 feet. It serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a normal storage capacity of 37 acre-feet and a maximum storage capacity of 69 acre-feet.

Managed and regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Uke Ranch Lake Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently in fair condition as of the last assessment in October 2016. Despite being uncontrolled, the dam has an uncontrolled spillway type and outlets gates. The dam is inspected every 5 years, with the last inspection date recorded in October 2016. The risk assessment for the dam is categorized as moderate (3), indicating a moderate level of risk associated with its operation and maintenance.

Located along a tributary to Buck Creek, Uke Ranch Lake Dam provides a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. With its stone core and soil foundation, this dam offers a unique opportunity for recreational activities while also serving as an important water management structure in the region.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

920

Dam Height

29.3

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO BUCK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

5.5

Drainage Area

0.27

Nid Storage

69

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

29
       
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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.