Decker Lake Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOhio
CountyMiami
Nearest CityPIQUA
River/StreamPATTERSON RUN
Coordinates40.18806, -84.28333

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height16 ft
Dam Height16 ft
Dam Length305 ft
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage163 acre-ft
Max Storage163 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge1,132 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerODNR, Division of Wildlife
Owner TypeState
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection10/30/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOH00516
Federal IDOH00516
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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