Lower Wallace Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO LESLIE RUN· Columbiana, Ohio· Earth· 22 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lower Wallace Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 33.3% in OH)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage62 acre-ft
Normal Storage12 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge618 cfs
NID IDOH01425

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 30, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Dennis Scott Wallace

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Wallace Lake Dam?

Lower Wallace Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lower Wallace Lake Dam?

Lower Wallace Lake Dam is owned by Dennis Scott Wallace (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lower Wallace Lake Dam?

Lower Wallace 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 Wallace Lake Dam?

Lower Wallace Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Wallace Lake Dam last inspected?

Lower Wallace Lake Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.