Fichtelberg Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fichtelberg Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 315 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,039 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00169 |
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
Lake Lorelei P.O.A., Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fichtelberg Lake Dam?
Fichtelberg 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 Fichtelberg Lake Dam?
Fichtelberg Lake Dam is owned by Lake Lorelei P.O.A., Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fichtelberg Lake Dam built?
Fichtelberg Lake Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Fichtelberg Lake Dam?
Fichtelberg 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 Fichtelberg Lake Dam?
Fichtelberg 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 Fichtelberg Lake Dam last inspected?
Fichtelberg Lake Dam was last inspected on October 29, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.