Camp Wesley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Wesley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 9.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 150 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 210 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00592 |
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
United Methodist Camps
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Wesley Lake Dam?
Camp Wesley 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 Wesley Lake Dam?
Camp Wesley Lake Dam is owned by United Methodist Camps (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Wesley Lake Dam built?
Camp Wesley Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Wesley Lake Dam?
Camp Wesley 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 Wesley Lake Dam?
Camp Wesley Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Wesley Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Wesley Lake Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.