Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 3.9% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,353 cfs |
| NID ID | OH02689 |
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
Clover Hill Ventures, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam?
Chestnut Ridge 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 Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam?
Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam is owned by Clover Hill Ventures, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam?
Chestnut Ridge 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 Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam?
Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam last inspected?
Chestnut Ridge Lake Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.