Charylie'S Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Charylie'S Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 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 | 29 ft (taller than 58% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 189 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00177 |
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
Edward McConnell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Charylie'S Lake Dam?
Charylie'S 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 Charylie'S Lake Dam?
Charylie'S Lake Dam is owned by Edward McConnell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Charylie'S Lake Dam built?
Charylie'S Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Charylie'S Lake Dam?
Charylie'S 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 Charylie'S Lake Dam?
Charylie'S Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Charylie'S Lake Dam last inspected?
Charylie'S Lake Dam was last inspected on June 3, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.