Dickey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dickey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 9.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 391 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00319 |
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
Mike Frase & Marcy Dellinger
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dickey Lake Dam?
Dickey 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 Dickey Lake Dam?
Dickey Lake Dam is owned by Mike Frase & Marcy Dellinger (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dickey Lake Dam built?
Dickey Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Dickey Lake Dam?
Dickey 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 Dickey Lake Dam?
Dickey Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Dickey Lake Dam last inspected?
Dickey Lake Dam was last inspected on June 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.