Brown & Haskins Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brown & Haskins Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 439 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02356 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Wanda Haskins
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brown & Haskins Lake Dam?
Brown & Haskins Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Brown & Haskins Lake Dam?
Brown & Haskins Lake Dam is owned by Wanda Haskins (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brown & Haskins Lake Dam built?
Brown & Haskins 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 Brown & Haskins Lake Dam?
Brown & Haskins 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 Brown & Haskins Lake Dam?
Brown & Haskins Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Brown & Haskins Lake Dam last inspected?
Brown & Haskins Lake Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.