Classicway Farm Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO LITTLE MIAMI RIVER· Warren, Ohio· Built 1965· Earth· 24 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Classicway Farm Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 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 24 ft (taller than 39.8% in OH)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage73 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge688 cfs
Year Completed1965 (61 years old)
NID IDOH00532

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 18, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Prus Construction Company

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Classicway Farm Lake Dam?

Classicway Farm 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 Classicway Farm Lake Dam?

Classicway Farm Lake Dam is owned by Prus Construction Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Classicway Farm Lake Dam built?

Classicway Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Classicway Farm Lake Dam?

Classicway Farm 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 Classicway Farm Lake Dam?

Classicway Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Classicway Farm Lake Dam last inspected?

Classicway Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.