Luehrs Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Luehrs Lake Dam, located in Bourneville, Ohio, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam, built with an earth core type, stands at a height of 17.2 feet and has a storage capacity of 50.2 acre-feet. It spans a length of 1450 feet, creating a surface area of 7.9 acres and draining a small watershed area of 0.04 square miles.
Despite its recreational value, the dam poses a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment as of May 2018. The dam is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, with the last inspection taking place in May 2018. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unspecified, highlighting potential safety concerns that need to be addressed to ensure the protection of the surrounding community and environment.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Luehrs Lake Dam to be an intriguing case study due to its unique location and design features. The dam's proximity to Lower Twin Creek and its significant hazard potential raise questions about its long-term sustainability and the need for proactive risk management strategies. Continued monitoring and maintenance efforts will be crucial to safeguarding this recreational asset and mitigating potential risks associated with its operation.
Dam Length |
1450 |
Dam Height |
17.2 |
River Or Stream |
LOWER TWIN CREEK - OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.9 |
Drainage Area |
0.04 |
Nid Storage |
50.2 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Paint Creek Near Bourneville Oh
|
397cfs |
Paint Creek Near Greenfield Oh
|
56cfs |
Rocky Fork Near Barretts Mills Oh
|
305cfs |
Paint Creek At Chillicothe Oh
|
496cfs |
Scioto River At Chillicothe Oh
|
1110cfs |
Scioto River At Piketon Oh
|
1960cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Luehrs Lake Dam