City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 9.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 140 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 448 cfs |
| NID ID | OH03081 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Hudson
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam?
City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam?
City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam is owned by City of Hudson (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam?
City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam?
City of Hudson Lower 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 City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam last inspected?
City of Hudson Lower Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.