Loyal Oak Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Loyal Oak Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 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 | 31 ft (taller than 64.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,471 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00487 |
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
Loyal Oak Lake Park, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Loyal Oak Lake Dam?
Loyal Oak Lake 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 Loyal Oak Lake Dam?
Loyal Oak Lake Dam is owned by Loyal Oak Lake Park, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Loyal Oak Lake Dam built?
Loyal Oak 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 Loyal Oak Lake Dam?
Loyal Oak 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 Loyal Oak Lake Dam?
Loyal Oak Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Loyal Oak Lake Dam last inspected?
Loyal Oak Lake Dam was last inspected on July 7, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.