Cline Lake Dam dam
Cline Lake Dam
Cline Lake Dam in Mt. Vernon, Ohio, stands tall as a private earth dam completed in 1958 with a primary purpose of recreation. Situated on a tributary to the Kokosing River, this dam boasts a height of 22.2 feet and a length of 330 feet, providing a storage capacity of 53.8 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and a satisfactory condition assessment, Cline Lake Dam offers a safe and enjoyable environment for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Cline Lake Dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and safety for visitors. The dam's normal storage capacity of 29.6 acre-feet and surface area of 4.9 acres make it an ideal spot for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. Located in Knox County, Ohio, this dam serves as a vital water resource for the local community while also offering a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to appreciate the beauty of nature.
With Bob Gibbs (R) as the Congressional Representative for the area, Cline Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in Ohio. Its proximity to the Louisville District of the US Army Corps of Engineers highlights its significance in the region's water infrastructure. As a well-maintained and regulated structure, Cline Lake Dam stands as a testament to responsible stewardship of water resources and serves as a valuable asset for both the environment and the community.
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 Cline Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kokosing River At Mount Vernon Oh | 114 cfs | → |
| North Fork Licking River At Utica Oh | 21 cfs | → |
| Clear Fork Mohican River At Bellville Oh | 93 cfs | → |
| Whetstone Creek At Mt Gilead Oh | 8 cfs | → |
| Big Walnut Creek At Sunbury Oh | 19 cfs | → |
| Alum Creek Near Kilbourne Oh | 16 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Cline Lake Dam.
Boat launches
- Mohican State Park
- Kilbourne Hand Launch
- Hoover Reservoir - Baldridge Boat Ramp
- Hoover Reservoir - Oxbow Road Launch Ramp
- Alum Creek State Park - Howard Road
- Summit Road Southeast Newark
Campgrounds
- Camp Marengo
- Lazy River At Granville
- Camp Falling Rock Boy Scout Reservation
- Camp Mohaven
- Recreation Unlimited
- Camp Toodik Family Campground
Fishing spots
Track Cline Lake 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 Cline Lake Dam
Where does the data for Cline Lake 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 Cline Lake Dam.