Lake Forest Dam
Ohio — Lawrence County — TRIBUTARY TO SYMMES CREEK
Location
| State | Ohio |
| County | Lawrence |
| River | TRIBUTARY TO SYMMES CREEK |
| Coordinates | 38.54306, -82.45694 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Height | 37 ft |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| NID Storage | 339 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 339 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | Significant |
| Condition Assessment | Satisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | April 29, 2021 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1958 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | Lake Forest Association |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.