Rush Run Lake Dam dam
Rush Run Lake Dam
Rush Run Lake Dam, located in Preble, Ohio, is a state-regulated earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation. Completed in 1970, this dam stands at a height of 52.8 feet and has a length of 1000 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 1526 acre-feet. The dam is situated on Rush Run, within the Louisville District, and is owned and regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio.
With a surface area of 54 acres and a drainage area of 1.8 square miles, Rush Run Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and flood control in the region. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2016 deemed it to be in satisfactory condition, with regular inspections and enforcement by state authorities. The dam also has emergency action plans in place to ensure the safety of nearby residents in case of any unforeseen events.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rush Run Lake Dam serves as a fascinating example of how infrastructure can be designed for both recreational and practical purposes. Its presence on Rush Run not only provides recreational opportunities for locals but also contributes to water storage and management in the area. With a focus on safety and regulatory compliance, this dam stands as a testament to responsible dam construction and maintenance practices in Ohio.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Rush Run Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sevenmile Creek At Camden Oh | 55 cfs | → |
| Twin Creek Near Germantown Oh | 118 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Middletown Oh | 2,180 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Hamilton Oh | 2,220 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Franklin Oh | 1,910 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River Below Miamisburg Oh | 5,170 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Rush Run Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Rush Run Wildlife Area
- Black St. Ramp - Combs Park
- Kennedy Road Municipio De St. Clair
- Dunlapsville Ramp Union County
- Whitewater Sp Ramp Union County
- Hanna Creek Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Woodland Trails Scout Reservation
- Governor Bebb Preserve
- Mounds State Rec Area - Brookville Lake
- Quakertown State Rec Area - Brookville Lake
- Brookville Lake
- Miami Whitewater Forest
Fishing spots
Track Rush Run Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Rush Run Lake Dam
Where does the data for Rush Run Lake Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Rush Run Lake Dam.