Galley Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Galley Hill Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 96.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 266 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 33 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01358 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Dan Hosbrook
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Galley Hill Lake Dam?
Galley Hill Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Galley Hill Lake Dam?
Galley Hill Lake Dam is owned by Dan Hosbrook (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Galley Hill Lake Dam built?
Galley Hill Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Galley Hill Lake Dam?
Galley Hill 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 Galley Hill Lake Dam?
Galley Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 63 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 Galley Hill Lake Dam last inspected?
Galley Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on June 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.