Livezey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Livezey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 70% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 338 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 153 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01053 |
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
Olney Friends School
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Livezey Lake Dam?
Livezey Lake 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 Livezey Lake Dam?
Livezey Lake Dam is owned by Olney Friends School (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Livezey Lake Dam built?
Livezey Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Livezey Lake Dam?
Livezey Lake 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 Livezey Lake Dam?
Livezey Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Livezey Lake Dam last inspected?
Livezey Lake Dam was last inspected on November 14, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.