Big T Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Big T Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 835 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 375 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01147 |
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
The Flying Pig Farm, LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big T Ranch Lake Dam?
Big T Ranch 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 Big T Ranch Lake Dam?
Big T Ranch Lake Dam is owned by The Flying Pig Farm, LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Big T Ranch Lake Dam built?
Big T Ranch Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Big T Ranch Lake Dam?
Big T Ranch 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 Big T Ranch Lake Dam?
Big T Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Big T Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Big T Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.