Lower Woods Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Woods Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 70% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | OH02797 |
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
Lake County Rod & Gun Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Woods Pond Dam?
Lower Woods Pond 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 Woods Pond Dam?
Lower Woods Pond Dam is owned by Lake County Rod & Gun Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lower Woods Pond Dam?
Lower Woods Pond 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 Woods Pond Dam?
Lower Woods Pond 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 Lower Woods Pond Dam last inspected?
Lower Woods Pond Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.