Karr Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Karr Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 70% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 168 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00923 |
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
Diana Karr
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Karr Lake Dam?
Karr 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 Karr Lake Dam?
Karr Lake Dam is owned by Diana Karr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Karr Lake Dam built?
Karr Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Karr Lake Dam?
Karr 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 Karr Lake Dam?
Karr Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Karr Lake Dam last inspected?
Karr Lake Dam was last inspected on May 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.