Deer Lake Estates Dam
Key Takeaway
Deer Lake Estates Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,412 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02842 |
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
Deer Lake Estates Homeowners Assoc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Deer Lake Estates Dam?
Deer Lake Estates 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 Deer Lake Estates Dam?
Deer Lake Estates Dam is owned by Deer Lake Estates Homeowners Assoc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Deer Lake Estates Dam built?
Deer Lake Estates Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Deer Lake Estates Dam?
Deer Lake Estates 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 Deer Lake Estates Dam?
Deer Lake Estates Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Deer Lake Estates Dam last inspected?
Deer Lake Estates Dam was last inspected on May 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.