Lake Choctaw Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Choctaw Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 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 | 42 ft (taller than 85.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 925 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.8K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 247 acres |
| Drainage Area | 24 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 51,562 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00068 |
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
Lake Choctaw Property Owners Assn.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Choctaw Dam?
Lake Choctaw 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 Choctaw Dam?
Lake Choctaw Dam is owned by Lake Choctaw Property Owners Assn. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Choctaw Dam built?
Lake Choctaw Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Choctaw Dam?
Lake Choctaw 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 Choctaw Dam?
Lake Choctaw Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Choctaw Dam last inspected?
Lake Choctaw Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.