Eppley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Eppley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 70% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 67 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00110 |
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
Janet Yates
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Eppley Lake Dam?
Eppley 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 Eppley Lake Dam?
Eppley Lake Dam is owned by Janet Yates (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eppley Lake Dam built?
Eppley Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Eppley Lake Dam?
Eppley 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 Eppley Lake Dam?
Eppley Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Eppley Lake Dam last inspected?
Eppley Lake Dam was last inspected on September 16, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.