Coalburg Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Coalburg Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 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 Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 57 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1916 (110 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00334 |
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
Coalburg Land Partners, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coalburg Lake Dam?
Coalburg 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 Coalburg Lake Dam?
Coalburg Lake Dam is owned by Coalburg Land Partners, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coalburg Lake Dam built?
Coalburg Lake Dam was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Coalburg Lake Dam?
Coalburg 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 Coalburg Lake Dam?
Coalburg 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 Coalburg Lake Dam last inspected?
Coalburg Lake Dam was last inspected on November 21, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.