Bloomingdale South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Bloomingdale South Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | OH01831 |
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
Wayne Township, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bloomingdale South Lake Dam?
Bloomingdale South 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 Bloomingdale South Lake Dam?
Bloomingdale South Lake Dam is owned by Wayne Township, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bloomingdale South Lake Dam?
Bloomingdale South 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 South Lake Dam?
Bloomingdale South Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 South Lake Dam last inspected?
Bloomingdale South Lake Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.