Sugar Hill Gun Club Lake Dam, located in Point Pleasant, Ohio, is a privately owned Earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1960 by the USDA Soil Conservation Service, this dam stands at a height of 14.3 feet and spans a length of 450 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 57 acre-feet. The dam is situated on a tributary to Indian Creek in Clermont County and is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2018 noted poor structural integrity, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential repairs. The last inspection in April 2018 revealed the need for further assessment and monitoring to ensure the safety of the dam and surrounding area. With a drainage area of 0.73 square miles and a normal storage capacity of 22 acre-feet, this dam plays a vital role in providing recreational opportunities while also posing a potential risk if not properly maintained. Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Sugar Hill Gun Club Lake Dam an intriguing site for further study and monitoring to ensure its long-term stability and safety.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
14.3 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO INDIAN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6 |
Drainage Area |
0.73 |
Nid Storage |
57 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |