Jisco Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jisco Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 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 | 56 ft (taller than 94.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 737 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 54 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,052 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00508 |
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
City of Jackson
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Jisco Lake Dam?
Jisco Lake Dam 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 Jisco Lake Dam?
Jisco Lake Dam is owned by City of Jackson (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Jisco Lake Dam built?
Jisco Lake Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Jisco Lake Dam?
Jisco Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Jisco Lake Dam?
Jisco Lake Dam has a dam height of 56 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 Jisco Lake Dam last inspected?
Jisco Lake Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.