Lake White Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake White Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation. 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 | 39 ft (taller than 81.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 4,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 400 acres |
| Drainage Area | 34 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,064 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00446 |
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 Parks & Watercraft
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake White Dam?
Lake White 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 White Dam?
Lake White Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake White Dam built?
Lake White Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 White Dam?
Lake White 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 White Dam?
Lake White Dam has a dam height of 39 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 White Dam last inspected?
Lake White Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.