Erdos Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Erdos Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 369 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02626 |
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
William A. Erdos
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Erdos Lake Dam?
Erdos 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 Erdos Lake Dam?
Erdos Lake Dam is owned by William A. Erdos (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Erdos Lake Dam built?
Erdos Lake Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Erdos Lake Dam?
Erdos 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 Erdos Lake Dam?
Erdos Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Erdos Lake Dam last inspected?
Erdos Lake Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.