Mcbride Lake Dam

McBRIDE RUN· Scioto, Ohio· Earth· 21 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Mcbride 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 21 ft (taller than 31.1% in OH)
Dam Length215 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage24 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area1 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge860 cfs
NID IDOH02381

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 24, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

ODNR, Division of Forestry

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mcbride Lake Dam?

Mcbride 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 Mcbride Lake Dam?

Mcbride Lake Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mcbride Lake Dam?

Mcbride 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 Mcbride Lake Dam?

Mcbride Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Mcbride Lake Dam last inspected?

Mcbride Lake Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2018. 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.