Brye Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Brye Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 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 | 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 49 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03057 |
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
1570 Reimer Rd. LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brye Lake Dam?
Brye 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 Brye Lake Dam?
Brye Lake Dam is owned by 1570 Reimer Rd. LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brye Lake Dam built?
Brye Lake Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Brye Lake Dam?
Brye 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 Brye Lake Dam?
Brye Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Brye Lake Dam last inspected?
Brye Lake Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.