Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 7.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 384 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01606 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Stoneridge of Geauga Homeowners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam?
Bainbridge Quarry 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 Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam?
Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam is owned by Stoneridge of Geauga Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam built?
Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam?
Bainbridge Quarry 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 Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam?
Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam last inspected?
Bainbridge Quarry Lake Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.