Hoyek Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hoyek 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 | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 686 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00098 |
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
Sam Y. Hoyek
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hoyek Lake Dam?
Hoyek 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 Hoyek Lake Dam?
Hoyek Lake Dam is owned by Sam Y. Hoyek (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hoyek Lake Dam built?
Hoyek 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 Hoyek Lake Dam?
Hoyek 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 Hoyek Lake Dam?
Hoyek 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 Hoyek Lake Dam last inspected?
Hoyek Lake Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.