Lake Austin Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Austin Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1947 and is 79 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 | 39 ft (taller than 81.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 846 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 76 acres |
| Drainage Area | 19 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,216 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1947 (79 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00707 |
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
Austin Lakes, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Austin Dam?
Lake Austin 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 Lake Austin Dam?
Lake Austin Dam is owned by Austin Lakes, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Austin Dam built?
Lake Austin Dam was completed in 1947, making it 79 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 Lake Austin Dam?
Lake Austin 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 Lake Austin Dam?
Lake Austin Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Lake Austin Dam last inspected?
Lake Austin Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.