Mallard Cove Lake Dam, also known as Hilsinger Lake, is a private-owned structure located in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Built in 1984, this earth dam stands at a height of 36 feet and spans 225 feet in length. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreation, with a storage capacity of 51.5 acre-feet and a surface area of 2.8 acres.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Mallard Cove Lake Dam is regulated, permitted, and inspected by the state. The dam poses a significant hazard potential, although its condition was assessed as fair during the last inspection in 2016. Its location near Muddy Creek tributary adds to its significance in water resource management and climate considerations in the area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mallard Cove Lake Dam provides an intriguing case study in private-owned dam management and the balance of recreation and potential hazards. With its history, design by Burgess & Niple, Ltd., and state regulation, this dam offers valuable insights into the intersection of human development with environmental stewardship in the context of water resources and climate change.
Year Completed |
1984 |
Dam Length |
225 |
Dam Height |
36 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO MUDDY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.8 |
Drainage Area |
0.22 |
Nid Storage |
51.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
36 |