Havens Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO OLENTANGY RIVER· Delaware, Ohio· Built 1980· Earth· 38 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Havens Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 79.3% in OH)
Dam Length275 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage34 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge520 cfs
Year Completed1980 (46 years old)
NID IDOH01520

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: December 3, 2020
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Perry Road, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Havens Lake Dam?

Havens 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 Havens Lake Dam?

Havens Lake Dam is owned by Perry Road, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Havens Lake Dam built?

Havens Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Havens Lake Dam?

Havens 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 Havens Lake Dam?

Havens Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Havens Lake Dam last inspected?

Havens Lake Dam was last inspected on December 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.