Lake Henry Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Lake Henry Dam, located in Valley Glenn, Ohio, is a private dam constructed in 1969 for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 37 feet and spanning 700 feet in length, the dam holds a maximum storage capacity of 560 acre-feet of water from Slabcamp Creek. With a surface area of 23 acres and a drainage area of 1.37 square miles, the dam plays a significant role in providing recreational opportunities in the region.

Despite its recreational benefits, Lake Henry Dam has been assessed to be in poor condition with a significant hazard potential. The dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio and undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in May 2019. The dam poses a risk to the surrounding area, and though emergency action plans are not readily available, the dam's condition and hazard potential are closely monitored.

As an Earth-type dam, Lake Henry Dam is crucial for the community's recreation and water resource management. The dam's proximity to Slabcamp Creek and its drainage area underscores its importance in water storage and regulation in Jefferson County, Ohio. Despite its poor condition assessment, ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight aim to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of the surrounding area.

Year Completed

1969

Dam Length

700

Dam Height

37

River Or Stream

SLABCAMP CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

23

Drainage Area

1.37

Nid Storage

560

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

37
       
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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.