Lake Rupert Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Rupert Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 82.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 325 acres |
| Drainage Area | 21 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 41,465 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00073 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
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 Rupert Dam?
Lake Rupert Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Rupert Dam?
Lake Rupert 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 Rupert Dam built?
Lake Rupert 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 Rupert Dam?
Lake Rupert Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Rupert Dam?
Lake Rupert Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Rupert Dam last inspected?
Lake Rupert Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.