Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 89 ft (taller than 98.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 354 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,758 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00945 |
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
Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam?
Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control 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 Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam?
Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam is owned by Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam built?
Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam?
Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam?
Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam has a dam height of 89 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 Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam last inspected?
Lakeview Cemetery Flood Control Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.