Lake Lakengren Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Lakengren Dam, located in Muttonville, Ohio, is a privately owned structure designed by American Realty Service Corp.


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Summary

The dam, completed in 1970, serves as a recreational site along Paint Creek, offering a surface area of 176 acres for visitors to enjoy. With a height of 74 feet and a storage capacity of 5460 acre-feet, the dam provides essential water resources for the local community while also offering recreational opportunities.

Managed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Lake Lakengren Dam has a high hazard potential but is in satisfactory condition as of its last assessment in 2016. The dam's purpose is primarily for recreation, with activities such as boating, fishing, and swimming available to the public. The dam's location in Preble County, Ohio, makes it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts looking to explore the area's natural beauty and wildlife.

Although the dam has not undergone recent modifications, regular inspections are conducted to ensure its safety and functionality. With a drainage area of 8.13 square miles and a maximum discharge capacity of 33204 cubic feet per second, Lake Lakengren Dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and storage in the region. As a key feature of the Louisville District, the dam continues to be a vital resource for both recreational and water management purposes in the area.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

2300

Dam Height

74

River Or Stream

PAINT CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

176

Drainage Area

8.13

Nid Storage

5460

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

74
       
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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.