Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 71.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 871 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00263 |
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
Hamilton County Anglers, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam?
Hamilton County Anglers 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 Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam?
Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam is owned by Hamilton County Anglers, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam built?
Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam?
Hamilton County Anglers 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 Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam?
Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam last inspected?
Hamilton County Anglers Lake Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.