Hintz Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hintz Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 296 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01557 |
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
Woodrow Hintz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hintz Lake Dam?
Hintz 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 Hintz Lake Dam?
Hintz Lake Dam is owned by Woodrow Hintz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hintz Lake Dam built?
Hintz Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Hintz Lake Dam?
Hintz 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 Hintz Lake Dam?
Hintz Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Hintz Lake Dam last inspected?
Hintz Lake Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.