Lamborn No. 3 Dam dam
Lamborn No. 3 Dam
Located in Harrison, Ohio, the Lamborn No. 3 Dam stands as a testament to the careful design and construction of the R&F Coal Company in 1968. With a primary purpose of recreation, this earth dam boasts a height of 34.6 feet and a length of 300 feet, providing a serene retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike. The dam's reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 28.9 acre-feet, making it a vital resource for the surrounding community.
Despite its age, the Lamborn No. 3 Dam has proven to be a reliable and safe structure, receiving a fair condition assessment during its last inspection in October 2017. With a low hazard potential and regular inspections every five years, the dam continues to serve as a valuable asset for both recreational and water management purposes. Positioned near the Middle Fork Short Creek tributary, this dam not only enhances the local landscape but also contributes to the overall water resource management efforts in the region.
As a privately-owned and state-regulated facility, the Lamborn No. 3 Dam exemplifies the collaboration between public and private entities in safeguarding water resources. With the Department of Natural Resources overseeing its permitting, inspection, and enforcement, this dam stands as a model for sustainable water resource management in Ohio. Whether you're a climate enthusiast or simply appreciate the beauty of water infrastructure, the Lamborn No. 3 Dam offers a glimpse into the importance of responsible dam construction and maintenance in preserving our natural environment.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Lamborn No. 3 Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Short Creek Near Dillonvale Oh | 80 cfs | → |
| Wheeling Creek Below Blaine Oh | 54 cfs | → |
| Boggs Fork At Piedmont Oh | 17 cfs | → |
| Stillwater Creek At Piedmont Oh | 65 cfs | → |
| Brushy Fork Near Tippecanoe Oh | 31 cfs | → |
| Stillwater Creek At Tippecanoe Oh | 109 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Lamborn No. 3 Dam.
Boat launches
- Tappan Park Launch Ramp
- Barkcamp State Park
- Reynolds Road Launch Ramp
- Kirkwood Ramp
- County Rd 6 Ramp
- Barnesville Memorial Park
Campgrounds
- Jefferson Lake State Park
- Petersburg Boat Landing
- Harrison Hills Campground
- Atwood Lake Campground (Main Gate)
- Tomlinson Run State Park
- Abc Country Camping And Cabins
Track Lamborn No. 3 Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Lamborn No. 3 Dam
Where does the data for Lamborn No. 3 Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Lamborn No. 3 Dam.