Fowler's Mill Golf Course Upground Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Fowler's Mill Golf Course Upground is a private dam located in Geauga, Ohio, that serves primarily for recreational purposes.


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Summary

Built in 1971, this earth dam stands at a height of 11.8 feet and has a storage capacity of 293 acre-feet. The dam's reservoir covers a surface area of 52.7 acres, with a drainage area of 0.1 square miles, and is a tributary to the Chagrin River, located offstream.

Despite its recreational function, Fowler's Mill Golf Course Upground poses a significant hazard due to its poor condition, as assessed in May 2018. The dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, and receives regular inspections every five years. In case of emergencies, however, there is no information available regarding the preparedness and guidelines for an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) or risk management measures.

Located in the picturesque city of Fullertown, this dam presents a unique intersection of water resource management and recreational activities. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fowler's Mill Golf Course Upground serves as a compelling case study on the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams for both safety and environmental sustainability.

Year Completed

1971

Dam Length

3800

Dam Height

11.8

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO CHAGRIN RIVER - OFFSTREAM

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

52.7

Drainage Area

0.1

Nid Storage

293

Hazard Potential

Significant

Nid Height

12
       
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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.