Happy Hills Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Happy Hills Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 44 ft (taller than 87.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 395 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01761 |
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
Daren and Lorraine Carlson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Happy Hills Lake Dam?
Happy Hills 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 Happy Hills Lake Dam?
Happy Hills Lake Dam is owned by Daren and Lorraine Carlson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Happy Hills Lake Dam built?
Happy Hills Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Happy Hills Lake Dam?
Happy Hills 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 Happy Hills Lake Dam?
Happy Hills Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Happy Hills Lake Dam last inspected?
Happy Hills Lake Dam was last inspected on May 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.