Lake Klein Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Klein Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 441 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00401 |
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
Greater Cleveland Council, BSA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Klein Dam?
Lake Klein 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 Klein Dam?
Lake Klein Dam is owned by Greater Cleveland Council, BSA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Klein Dam built?
Lake Klein Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Klein Dam?
Lake Klein 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 Klein Dam?
Lake Klein Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Klein Dam last inspected?
Lake Klein Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.