Lake Brunswick Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Brunswick Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 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 | 16 ft (taller than 15.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 18,866 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00623 |
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 Brunswick
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Brunswick Dam?
Lake Brunswick 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 Brunswick Dam?
Lake Brunswick Dam is owned by City of Brunswick (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Brunswick Dam built?
Lake Brunswick Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Brunswick Dam?
Lake Brunswick 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 Brunswick Dam?
Lake Brunswick Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Brunswick Dam last inspected?
Lake Brunswick Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.