Crum Lake Dam

UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO HOCKING RIVER· Fairfield, Ohio· Built 2006· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Crum Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 31.1% in OH)
Dam Length1,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage88 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed2006 (20 years old)
NID IDOH03135

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: April 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Bill Crum

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Crum Lake Dam?

Crum 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 Crum Lake Dam?

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

When was Crum Lake Dam built?

Crum Lake Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Crum Lake Dam?

Crum 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 Crum Lake Dam?

Crum Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Crum Lake Dam last inspected?

Crum Lake Dam was last inspected on April 6, 2022. 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.