Candlewood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Candlewood Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 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 | 58 ft (taller than 95.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 200 acres |
| Drainage Area | 12 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 46,230 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00688 |
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
Candlewood Lake Association Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Candlewood Lake Dam?
Candlewood 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 Candlewood Lake Dam?
Candlewood Lake Dam is owned by Candlewood Lake Association Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Candlewood Lake Dam built?
Candlewood Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Candlewood Lake Dam?
Candlewood 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 Candlewood Lake Dam?
Candlewood Lake Dam has a dam height of 58 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 Candlewood Lake Dam last inspected?
Candlewood Lake Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.