Lexington Glen Dam
Key Takeaway
Lexington Glen Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 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 | 23 ft (taller than 37% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 175 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,388 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02737 |
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
Lexington Glen Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lexington Glen Dam?
Lexington Glen 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 Lexington Glen Dam?
Lexington Glen Dam is owned by Lexington Glen Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lexington Glen Dam built?
Lexington Glen Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Lexington Glen Dam?
Lexington Glen 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 Lexington Glen Dam?
Lexington Glen Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Lexington Glen Dam last inspected?
Lexington Glen Dam was last inspected on November 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.