Forest Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Forest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 188 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 70 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01113 |
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
Forest Lake Homeowners Association
Private
Nearby Dams
Rustic Hills Lake Dam
Medina, OH
High Hazard 30 ftSeven Springs Lake Dam
Medina, OH
High Hazard 40 ftLake Medina Dam
Medina, OH
High Hazard 40 ftTorok Pond Dam
Medina, OH
Low Hazard 35 ftChampagne Shores Pond Dam
Medina, OH
Significant Hazard 18 ftBlue Heron Lake No. 5 Dam
Medina, OH
High Hazard 19 ftJeans Lake Dam
Medina, OH
Low Hazard 23 ftBlue Heron Lake No. 1 Dam
Medina, OH
High Hazard 28 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Forest Lake Dam?
Forest 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake Dam is owned by Forest Lake Homeowners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Forest Lake Dam built?
Forest Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest 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 Forest Lake Dam?
Forest Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Forest Lake Dam last inspected?
Forest Lake Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.