Lincoln Estates Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Lincoln Estates Lake Dam, located in Abbeyville, Ohio, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Natural Resources.
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Summary
This Earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a height of 17.3 feet and a storage capacity of 74.5 acre-feet. The dam impounds a tributary to the West Branch of Rocky River, creating a surface area of 7.3 acres and a drainage area of 0.84 square miles. Despite its significant hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as satisfactory during its last inspection in October 2018.
The dam, with a length of 410 feet, has sufficient capacity to handle a maximum discharge of 2732 cubic feet per second. While it lacks certain features like spillways, locks, and outlet gates, it remains a vital asset for the surrounding community in terms of recreation and water resource management. With its location in Medina County and its close proximity to natural waterways, Lincoln Estates Lake Dam represents an essential piece of infrastructure that contributes to the overall ecological balance of the area. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the monitoring and maintenance of structures like this dam become increasingly crucial to ensure their long-term safety and functionality.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding the significance of structures like Lincoln Estates Lake Dam is essential in managing our natural environment effectively. Through proper regulation, inspection, and maintenance, we can preserve these vital assets for future generations while mitigating potential risks associated with dam failure. By staying informed and advocating for sustainable practices in water resource management, we can work towards a more resilient and adaptive approach to safeguarding our water infrastructure in the face of a changing climate.
Dam Length |
410 |
Dam Height |
17.3 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO WEST BRANCH OF ROCKY RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.84 |
Nid Storage |
74.5 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
17 |
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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.
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