Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 506 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00281 |
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
Friends of Camp Asbury
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam?
Camp Francis Asbury 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 Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam?
Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam is owned by Friends of Camp Asbury (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam built?
Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam?
Camp Francis Asbury 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 Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam?
Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam was last inspected on April 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.