Dams in Pike County, Ohio
9Total Dams
5High Hazard
0Significant
Dam Safety in Pike County, Ohio
Pike County has 9 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 5 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Currently, 2 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Pike County is 66 years old. The most common purpose is recreation. The tallest dam is Lake White Dam at 39 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake White Dam | High | Fair | 39 | Recreation | 1935 |
| Pike Lake Dam | High | Satisfactory | 31 | Recreation | 1937 |
| Cave Lake Dam | High | Fair | 29 | Recreation | 1962 |
| Long's Retreat Lake Dam | High | Poor | 28 | Recreation | 1970 |
| Arnett Lake Dam | High | Fair | 22 | Recreation | 1973 |
| Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam | Low | Fair | 34 | Other | 1952 |
| Hammond Lake Dam | Low | Poor | 28 | Recreation | |
| Pine Lake Dam | Undetermined | 16 | Recreation | 1959 | |
| Parec Lake Dam | Undetermined | 14 | Water Supply | 1991 |