Camp Whitewood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Camp Whitewood 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 | 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,677 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00396 |
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
Northeast Ohio 4-H Camps, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Whitewood Lake Dam?
Camp Whitewood 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 Camp Whitewood Lake Dam?
Camp Whitewood Lake Dam is owned by Northeast Ohio 4-H Camps, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Camp Whitewood Lake Dam built?
Camp Whitewood 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 Camp Whitewood Lake Dam?
Camp Whitewood 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 Whitewood Lake Dam?
Camp Whitewood Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Whitewood Lake Dam last inspected?
Camp Whitewood Lake Dam was last inspected on October 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.