Fish Bones Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fish Bones Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 92.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 391 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 993 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03042 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Three Waters, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fish Bones Lake Dam?
Fish Bones Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Fish Bones Lake Dam?
Fish Bones Lake Dam is owned by Three Waters, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fish Bones Lake Dam built?
Fish Bones Lake Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Fish Bones Lake Dam?
Fish Bones 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 Fish Bones Lake Dam?
Fish Bones Lake Dam has a dam height of 51 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 Fish Bones Lake Dam last inspected?
Fish Bones Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.