Hickory Hollow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hickory Hollow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 308 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 586 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01016 |
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
Steward Family Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hickory Hollow Lake Dam?
Hickory Hollow 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 Hickory Hollow Lake Dam?
Hickory Hollow Lake Dam is owned by Steward Family Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hickory Hollow Lake Dam built?
Hickory Hollow Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Hollow Lake Dam?
Hickory Hollow 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 Hollow Lake Dam?
Hickory Hollow Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Hollow Lake Dam last inspected?
Hickory Hollow Lake Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.