Frohring Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Frohring Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 21.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 339 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 384 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00362 |
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
Evelyn R. Frohring
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Frohring Lake Dam?
Frohring 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 Frohring Lake Dam?
Frohring Lake Dam is owned by Evelyn R. Frohring (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Frohring Lake Dam built?
Frohring Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Frohring Lake Dam?
Frohring 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 Frohring Lake Dam?
Frohring Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Frohring Lake Dam last inspected?
Frohring Lake Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.