Bloomingdale North Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO McINTYRE CREEK· Jefferson, Ohio· Built 1975· Earth· 33 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Bloomingdale North Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 70% in OH)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge48 cfs
Year Completed1975 (51 years old)
NID IDOH01832

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 16, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Wayne Township, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bloomingdale North Lake Dam?

Bloomingdale North Lake Dam 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 Bloomingdale North Lake Dam?

Bloomingdale North Lake Dam is owned by Wayne Township, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bloomingdale North Lake Dam built?

Bloomingdale North Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Bloomingdale North Lake Dam?

Bloomingdale North 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 Bloomingdale North Lake Dam?

Bloomingdale North Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Bloomingdale North Lake Dam last inspected?

Bloomingdale North Lake Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.