Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper)
Key Takeaway
Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper) is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 157 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01008 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Lois J. Anderson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper)?
Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper) is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper)?
Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper) is owned by Lois J. Anderson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper) built?
Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper) was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper)?
Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper) 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 Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper)?
Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper) has a dam height of 26 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 Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper) last inspected?
Darrow Lake No. 1 Dam (Upper) was last inspected on October 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.