Lake Galion Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Galion Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 337 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 348 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01471 |
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
Lake Galion Club, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Galion Dam?
Lake Galion 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 Lake Galion Dam?
Lake Galion Dam is owned by Lake Galion Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Galion Dam built?
Lake Galion Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Galion Dam?
Lake Galion 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 Galion Dam?
Lake Galion Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Galion Dam last inspected?
Lake Galion Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.