Clark Lake No. 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Clark Lake No. 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 82.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 166 cfs |
| NID ID | OH00573 |
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
Clark Lakes Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Clark Lake No. 2 Dam?
Clark Lake No. 2 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 Clark Lake No. 2 Dam?
Clark Lake No. 2 Dam is owned by Clark Lakes Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Clark Lake No. 2 Dam?
Clark Lake No. 2 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 Clark Lake No. 2 Dam?
Clark Lake No. 2 Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Clark Lake No. 2 Dam last inspected?
Clark Lake No. 2 Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.