Kiser Lake Dam dam
Kiser Lake Dam
Kiser Lake Dam, located in Champaign, Ohio, is a vital structure that serves the primary purpose of recreation. Built in 1939 by the Ohio Department of Highways, the earth dam stands at a height of 25.4 feet and spans 1800 feet in length. The dam's reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 1541.9 acre-feet, with a maximum storage of 4531.2 acre-feet, providing ample water resources for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.
The dam is situated on Mosquito Creek and is under the regulatory oversight of the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio. With a significant hazard potential, the dam is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The latest assessment in 2019 rated the dam's condition as fair, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to mitigate risks and protect the surrounding community from potential flooding events. Despite these challenges, Kiser Lake Dam remains a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor adventures in the heart of Ohio.
In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan (EAP) is crucial for preparedness and risk management. While details about the EAP's current status are not provided, the dam's owners and regulatory agencies are responsible for ensuring that the plan meets guidelines and is regularly updated to address any potential threats or emergencies. With its rich history, scenic location, and importance as a recreational resource, Kiser Lake Dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between water management, climate resilience, and public safety in the face of changing environmental conditions.
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 Kiser Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bokengehalas Creek At De Graff Oh | 41 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Sidney Oh | 229 cfs | → |
| Mad River Near Urbana Oh | 138 cfs | → |
| Mad River At West Liberty Oh - 03266560 | 36 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Piqua Oh | 306 cfs | → |
| Loramie Creek At Lockington Oh | 37 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kiser Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Kiser Lake State Park - Sailing Club
- Lakeview Harbor Boat Ramp
- Moundwood Boat Ramp
- Lutman Road Launch Ramp
- Indian Lake State Park - Campground Ramp
- Chippewa Marina
Track Kiser Lake Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Kiser Lake Dam
Where does the data for Kiser 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 Significant 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 Kiser Lake Dam.