Lower Diehl Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Diehl Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 233 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,800 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00418 |
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
Diehl Lake Company, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Diehl Lake Dam?
Lower Diehl 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 Lower Diehl Lake Dam?
Lower Diehl Lake Dam is owned by Diehl Lake Company, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Diehl Lake Dam built?
Lower Diehl Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Lower Diehl Lake Dam?
Lower Diehl 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 Lower Diehl Lake Dam?
Lower Diehl Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Lower Diehl Lake Dam last inspected?
Lower Diehl Lake Dam was last inspected on September 23, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.