Holiday Haven Lake Dam I
Key Takeaway
Holiday Haven Lake Dam I is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 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 | 38 ft (taller than 79.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 224 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 946 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01764 |
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
H.H.M.A., Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holiday Haven Lake Dam I?
Holiday Haven Lake Dam I 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 Holiday Haven Lake Dam I?
Holiday Haven Lake Dam I is owned by H.H.M.A., Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holiday Haven Lake Dam I built?
Holiday Haven Lake Dam I was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Holiday Haven Lake Dam I?
Holiday Haven Lake Dam I 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 Holiday Haven Lake Dam I?
Holiday Haven Lake Dam I 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 Holiday Haven Lake Dam I last inspected?
Holiday Haven Lake Dam I was last inspected on December 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.