Grubb Lake Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Grubb Lake Dam, also known as P.E.


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Summary

Grubb, Inc. Lake, is a private dam located in Hartford, Ohio. Built in 1974 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 21 feet and spans a length of 340 feet, with a primary purpose of recreational use. The dam holds a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 45 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 10.3 acres and draining a 0.19 square mile watershed.

Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is poor as of the last inspection in November 2020. It is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio and undergoes regular inspections every five years. The dam's emergency action plan (EAP) status is unclear, raising concerns about its preparedness for potential incidents. With a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, there is a need for improved risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of Grubb Lake Dam for both recreational activities and environmental protection along the Otter Fork tributary.

Year Completed

1974

Dam Length

340

Dam Height

21

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO OTTER FORK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

10.3

Drainage Area

0.19

Nid Storage

116

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

21
       
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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.