Corning Lake Dam

Pierson Creek· Lake, Ohio· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Corning Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage108 acre-ft
Normal Storage58 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge85 cfs
NID IDOH03190

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 15, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Holden Arboretum

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Corning Lake Dam?

Corning 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 Corning Lake Dam?

Corning Lake Dam is owned by Holden Arboretum (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Corning Lake Dam?

Corning 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 Corning Lake Dam?

Corning Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Corning Lake Dam last inspected?

Corning Lake Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2018. 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.