Acton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Acton Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 62 ft (taller than 96.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,092 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 20.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 569 acres |
| Drainage Area | 95 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 91,645 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00575 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft
State Government
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High Hazard 53 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Acton Lake Dam?
Acton Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Acton Lake Dam?
Acton Lake Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Acton Lake Dam built?
Acton Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Acton Lake Dam?
Acton Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Acton Lake Dam?
Acton Lake Dam has a dam height of 62 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Acton Lake Dam last inspected?
Acton Lake Dam was last inspected on May 5, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.