Crum Lake Dam
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 Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03135 |
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
Bill Crum
Private
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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.