Hargus Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Wolfe Pond Dam Village Of Amanda Dam
Last Updated: December 21, 2025
Hargus Lake Dam, located in Pickaway County, Ohio, was completed in 1956 and serves as a vital water resource for the area.
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Summary
The dam, with a height of 66 feet and a length of 1500 feet, was designed by VOGT, IVERS, SEAMAN in Cincinnati, Ohio. It holds a storage capacity of 3853 acre-feet, providing essential water for recreational purposes and supporting a surface area of 130 acres.
Managed by the State Department of Natural Resources, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state, ensuring its safety and functionality. However, recent data shows that the dam's condition is assessed as poor, with a high hazard potential. The last inspection in 2017 highlighted the need for maintenance and potential risk management measures to be implemented to ensure the dam's safety and protect the surrounding community.
Given its importance for recreation and water storage, efforts should be made to address the poor condition of Hargus Lake Dam and implement necessary risk management measures to mitigate potential hazards. With its location on Hargus Creek and the high hazard potential, it is crucial to prioritize the safety of the dam to ensure the continued availability of water resources for the community and to prevent any potential disasters.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
1500 |
Dam Height |
66 |
River Or Stream |
HARGUS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
130 |
Drainage Area |
6.52 |
Nid Storage |
3853 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
66 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Scioto River At Circleville Oh
|
2660cfs |
Walnut Creek At Ashville Oh
|
276cfs |
Scioto River Near Commercial Point Oh
|
1370cfs |
Big Darby Creek At Darbyville Oh
|
531cfs |
Big Walnut Creek At Rees Oh
|
340cfs |
Clear Creek Near Rockbridge Oh
|
77cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Hargus Lake Dam