Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 84.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 320 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00178 |
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
Middletown Sportsman Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam?
Middletown Sportsman Club 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 Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam?
Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam is owned by Middletown Sportsman Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam built?
Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam?
Middletown Sportsman Club 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 Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam?
Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Middletown Sportsman Club Lake Dam was last inspected on April 22, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.