Lake Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,170 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00639 |
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
ODNR, Division of Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Park Dam?
Lake Park 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 Park Dam?
Lake Park Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Park Dam built?
Lake Park Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Park Dam?
Lake Park 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 Park Dam?
Lake Park Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Park Dam last inspected?
Lake Park Dam was last inspected on November 17, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.