Hills of Eden Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hills of Eden Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 950 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01731 |
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
Hills of Eden Incorporated
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hills of Eden Lake Dam?
Hills of Eden 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 Hills of Eden Lake Dam?
Hills of Eden Lake Dam is owned by Hills of Eden Incorporated (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hills of Eden Lake Dam built?
Hills of Eden Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Hills of Eden Lake Dam?
Hills of Eden 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 Hills of Eden Lake Dam?
Hills of Eden Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Hills of Eden Lake Dam last inspected?
Hills of Eden Lake Dam was last inspected on July 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.