Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,470 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00534 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Mid-Western Children's Home
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam?
Mid-Western Childrens Home 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 Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam?
Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam is owned by Mid-Western Children's Home (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam built?
Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam?
Mid-Western Childrens Home 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 Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam?
Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake 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 Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam last inspected?
Mid-Western Childrens Home Lake Dam was last inspected on April 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.