Mcclain Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcclain Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2018 and is 8 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 82.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 342 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2018 (8 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01913 |
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
Roger McClain
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcclain Lake Dam?
Mcclain Lake 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 Mcclain Lake Dam?
Mcclain Lake Dam is owned by Roger McClain (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcclain Lake Dam built?
Mcclain Lake Dam was completed in 2018, making it 8 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 Mcclain Lake Dam?
Mcclain 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 Mcclain Lake Dam?
Mcclain Lake Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Mcclain Lake Dam last inspected?
Mcclain Lake Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.