Berkshire Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Berkshire Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 575 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00750 |
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
Davis Family Investments
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berkshire Lake Dam?
Berkshire 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 Berkshire Lake Dam?
Berkshire Lake Dam is owned by Davis Family Investments (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berkshire Lake Dam built?
Berkshire Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Berkshire Lake Dam?
Berkshire 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 Berkshire Lake Dam?
Berkshire Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Berkshire Lake Dam last inspected?
Berkshire Lake Dam was last inspected on December 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.