Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 33.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 687 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| NID ID | OH02822 |
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
Mathew Lichko
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1?
Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1 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 Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1?
Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1 is owned by Mathew Lichko (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1?
Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1 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 Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1?
Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 22 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 Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Bella Luna Lake Dam No. 1 was last inspected on September 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.