Arnold Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO TUSCARAWAS RIVER· Tuscarawas, Ohio· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Arnold Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 73.7% in OH)
Dam Length350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage46 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge77 cfs
NID IDOH02511

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 16, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Todd & Lona Arnold

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Arnold Lake Dam?

Arnold Lake Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Arnold Lake Dam?

Arnold Lake Dam is owned by Todd & Lona Arnold (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Arnold Lake Dam?

Arnold 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 Arnold Lake Dam?

Arnold Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Arnold Lake Dam last inspected?

Arnold Lake Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.