Belmont Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Belmont Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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 | 67 ft (taller than 97.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 775 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 117 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,620 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00292 |
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
ODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Belmont Lake Dam?
Belmont 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 Belmont Lake Dam?
Belmont Lake Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Belmont Lake Dam built?
Belmont Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Belmont Lake Dam?
Belmont 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 Belmont Lake Dam?
Belmont Lake Dam has a dam height of 67 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 Belmont Lake Dam last inspected?
Belmont Lake Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.