Ohio Department of Natural Resources begins dam removal project in Clermont County
What happened
The Ohio Department of Natural Resources began the Cloverlick Dam removal project in Clermont County on October 27, 2026, as part of Ohio Governor Mike DeWine’s H2Ohio initiative. The defunct low-head dam had degraded stream habitat by disrupting natural water flow, which caused fish populations to decline. Removing the dam will return Cloverlick Creek to a free-flowing condition and improve water quality.
From clermontsun.com
Why it matters
The project targets Cloverlick Creek, a public water source that feeds into Harsha Lake, which provides drinking water for more than half of Clermont County residents. The initiative aims to improve community stewardship and species sustainability by restoring connectivity within the watershed.
From clermontsun.com
Who's involved
- Ohio Department of Natural ResourcesManaging the Cloverlick Dam removal project within Clermont County
- Clermont CountyThe county where the dam removal project is taking place
- Mike DeWineInitiating the H2Ohio program under which the project operates
- BethelA village located within Clermont County
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- OhioSpeculative
Ohio might see changes in state funding commitments for environmental projects through the H2Ohio initiative
- State of OhioSpeculative
The State of Ohio might see changes in public investment in water quality infrastructure
- Liberty LandingSpeculative
Liberty Landing might see increased demand for services related to recreational opportunities due to improved water quality
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The entities involved
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Clermont County
county in Ohio, United States
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Ohio Department of Natural Resources
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