Lamborn No. 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Lamborn No. 3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 73.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 593 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01737 |
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
Multiple Owners - 0107-002
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lamborn No. 3 Dam?
Lamborn No. 3 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 Lamborn No. 3 Dam?
Lamborn No. 3 Dam is owned by Multiple Owners - 0107-002 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lamborn No. 3 Dam built?
Lamborn No. 3 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 Lamborn No. 3 Dam?
Lamborn No. 3 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 Lamborn No. 3 Dam?
Lamborn No. 3 Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Lamborn No. 3 Dam last inspected?
Lamborn No. 3 Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.