Lake Kayla Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Kayla Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 64.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 54 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00230 |
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
North Industry Sportsmen's Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kayla Dam?
Lake Kayla 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 Kayla Dam?
Lake Kayla Dam is owned by North Industry Sportsmen's Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Kayla Dam built?
Lake Kayla Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Kayla Dam?
Lake Kayla 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 Kayla Dam?
Lake Kayla 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 Kayla Dam last inspected?
Lake Kayla Dam was last inspected on July 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.