Roaming Rock Shores Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Roaming Rock Shores Lake Dam, located in Rock Creek, Ohio, stands as a vital structure managed by the local government for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Constructed in 1967, this earth dam reaches a height of 45.3 feet and spans 730 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 12,000 acre-feet, the dam overlooks the picturesque Rock Creek, contributing to a surface area of 460 acres and draining a 73.5-square-mile watershed.

Despite its recreational value, the dam poses a high hazard potential due to its poor condition, as assessed during the last inspection in October 2021. The Department of Natural Resources in Ohio regulates and inspects the dam periodically, with a mandated inspection frequency of every five years. In the event of an emergency, the dam lacks an updated Emergency Action Plan (EAP) as of September 2020, raising concerns about preparedness and risk management measures.

Enthusiasts of water resources and climate sustainability should take note of the Roaming Rock Shores Lake Dam's significance in the region, not only for recreation but also for its potential impact on the surrounding environment and communities. As efforts to improve its condition and emergency preparedness continue, the dam serves as a critical infrastructure requiring ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure public safety and environmental resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1967

Dam Length

730

Dam Height

45.3

River Or Stream

ROCK CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

460

Drainage Area

73.5

Nid Storage

12000

Hazard Potential

High

Nid Height

45
       
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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.
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