Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 43 ft (taller than 86.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,336 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 245 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 96 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,269 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00593 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Bellefontaine
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam?
Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam?
Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam is owned by City of Bellefontaine (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam built?
Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam?
Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 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 Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam?
Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam has a dam height of 43 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 Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam last inspected?
Appleseed Ridge Lake No. 1 Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.