Grogg Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Grogg Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,600 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03107 |
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
James Grogg
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grogg Lake Dam?
Grogg 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 Grogg Lake Dam?
Grogg Lake Dam is owned by James Grogg (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grogg Lake Dam built?
Grogg Lake Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Grogg Lake Dam?
Grogg 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 Grogg Lake Dam?
Grogg Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Grogg Lake Dam last inspected?
Grogg Lake Dam was last inspected on October 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.