Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02729 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Multiple Owners - 1011-015
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam?
Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam?
Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam is owned by Multiple Owners - 1011-015 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam built?
Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam?
Hickory Hills Park 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 Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam?
Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Hickory Hills Park Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.