Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam, located in West Middletown, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1963 by the USDA NRCS.
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With a height of 40.5 feet and a length of 465 feet, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a serene setting for water enthusiasts to enjoy activities on the 4-acre surface area lake.
Regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, the dam has a significant hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in fair condition as of the last inspection in June 2016. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.09 square miles, contributing to its recreational and environmental significance as a tributary to the Great Miami River.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam offers a glimpse into the intersection of human recreation and environmental stewardship. With its historical significance dating back to the 1960s, this dam stands as a testament to the importance of maintaining infrastructure for both leisure and ecological balance in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
465 |
Dam Height |
40.5 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO GREAT MIAMI RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
41 |