Lake Damascus Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Damascus Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 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 | 31 ft (taller than 64.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 240 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 111 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03205 |
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
DAMASCUS CATHOLIC MISSION CAMPUS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Damascus Dam?
Lake Damascus 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 Damascus Dam?
Lake Damascus Dam is owned by DAMASCUS CATHOLIC MISSION CAMPUS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Damascus Dam built?
Lake Damascus Dam was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Damascus Dam?
Lake Damascus 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 Damascus Dam?
Lake Damascus Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Damascus Dam last inspected?
Lake Damascus Dam was last inspected on October 30, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.