Ludwig Dam

TRIBUTARY TO MIDDLE FORK LITTLE BEAVER CREEK· Columbiana, Ohio· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ludwig Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH)
Dam Length1,150 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge6 cfs
NID IDOH01432

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 8, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Linda Ludwig

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ludwig Dam?

Ludwig 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 Ludwig Dam?

Ludwig Dam is owned by Linda Ludwig (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ludwig Dam?

Ludwig 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 Ludwig Dam?

Ludwig Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ludwig Dam last inspected?

Ludwig Dam was last inspected on May 8, 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.