Altiers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Altiers Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 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 | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 962 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00649 |
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
Cherry Miesse
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Altiers Lake Dam?
Altiers 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 Altiers Lake Dam?
Altiers Lake Dam is owned by Cherry Miesse (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Altiers Lake Dam built?
Altiers Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Altiers Lake Dam?
Altiers 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 Altiers Lake Dam?
Altiers Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Altiers Lake Dam last inspected?
Altiers Lake Dam was last inspected on April 13, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.