Donley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Donley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 26 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00685 |
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
Multiple Owners - 9725-007
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Donley Lake Dam?
Donley 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 Donley Lake Dam?
Donley Lake Dam is owned by Multiple Owners - 9725-007 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Donley Lake Dam built?
Donley Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Donley Lake Dam?
Donley 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 Donley Lake Dam?
Donley Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Donley Lake Dam last inspected?
Donley Lake Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.