Havens Lake Dam
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 Length | 275 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 520 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01520 |
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
Perry Road, LLC
Private
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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.