Bowers Lake Estate Dam
Key Takeaway
Bowers Lake Estate Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 280 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00118 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Donald Lieberman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bowers Lake Estate Dam?
Bowers Lake Estate 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 Bowers Lake Estate Dam?
Bowers Lake Estate Dam is owned by Donald Lieberman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bowers Lake Estate Dam built?
Bowers Lake Estate Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bowers Lake Estate Dam?
Bowers Lake Estate 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 Bowers Lake Estate Dam?
Bowers Lake Estate Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Bowers Lake Estate Dam last inspected?
Bowers Lake Estate Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.