Dunn Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dunn Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 987 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00464 |
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
Lochridge Farms, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dunn Lake Dam?
Dunn 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 Dunn Lake Dam?
Dunn Lake Dam is owned by Lochridge Farms, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dunn Lake Dam built?
Dunn Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Dunn Lake Dam?
Dunn 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 Dunn Lake Dam?
Dunn Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Dunn Lake Dam last inspected?
Dunn Lake Dam was last inspected on December 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.