Hosterman Lake Dam

Low HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOhio
CountyClark
Nearest CitySNYDERVILLE
River/StreamTRIBUTARY TO MAD RIVER
Coordinates39.91222, -83.90444

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height28 ft
Dam Height28 ft
Dam Length520 ft
Year Completed1938 (88 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage140 acre-ft
Max Storage140 acre-ft
Normal Storage72 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,678 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeRecreation
OwnerClark County Park District
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationLow
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection12/10/2024
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOH00981
Federal IDOH00981
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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