Lake Glacier Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Glacier Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1905 and is 121 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 39.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Masonry |
| Max Storage | 494 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 77 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 7,290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1905 (121 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00416 |
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
Mill Creek Metropolitan Park Dist.
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Glacier Dam?
Lake Glacier 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 Glacier Dam?
Lake Glacier Dam is owned by Mill Creek Metropolitan Park Dist. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Glacier Dam built?
Lake Glacier Dam was completed in 1905, making it 121 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 Glacier Dam?
Lake Glacier 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 Glacier Dam?
Lake Glacier Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Glacier Dam last inspected?
Lake Glacier Dam was last inspected on October 13, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.