Fawn Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fawn Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 333 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02398 |
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
Fawn Lake Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fawn Lake Dam?
Fawn 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 Fawn Lake Dam?
Fawn Lake Dam is owned by Fawn Lake Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fawn Lake Dam built?
Fawn Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Fawn Lake Dam?
Fawn 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 Fawn Lake Dam?
Fawn Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Fawn Lake Dam last inspected?
Fawn Lake Dam was last inspected on November 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.