Fawn Lake Dam dam
Fawn Lake Dam
Fawn Lake Dam, located in Lockington, Ohio, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation. Built in 1985, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a length of 675 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 90.3 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and functionality.
With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Fawn Lake Dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as boating, fishing, and hiking in the surrounding area. The dam's reservoir covers a surface area of 10.1 acres and has a drainage area of 0.19 square miles, making it a vital water resource for the community. Despite its recreational focus, Fawn Lake Dam plays a crucial role in water management and conservation efforts in Shelby County, Ohio.
As a part of the Louisville District, Fawn Lake Dam contributes to the overall water infrastructure in the region, serving as a key component in the management of the tributary to Mill Creek. With a regular inspection schedule and a comprehensive emergency action plan in place, the dam ensures the safety of nearby residents and visitors while preserving the natural environment. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fawn Lake Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in maintaining a healthy ecosystem for future generations to enjoy.
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 Fawn Lake Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Great Miami River At Sidney Oh | 591 cfs | → |
| Loramie Creek At Lockington Oh | 938 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Piqua Oh | 1,410 cfs | → |
| Loramie Creek Near Newport Oh | 1,120 cfs | → |
| Loramie Creek Near Fort Loramie Oh | 47 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Troy Oh | 930 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Fawn Lake Dam.
Track Fawn 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 Fawn Lake Dam
Where does the data for Fawn 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 Fawn Lake Dam.