Minerva Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Minerva Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1890 and is 136 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 305 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,120 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1890 (136 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01583 |
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
Village of Minerva Park
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Minerva Park Lake Dam?
Minerva Park 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 Minerva Park Lake Dam?
Minerva Park Lake Dam is owned by Village of Minerva Park (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Minerva Park Lake Dam built?
Minerva Park Lake Dam was completed in 1890, making it 136 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 Minerva Park Lake Dam?
Minerva Park 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 Minerva Park Lake Dam?
Minerva Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Minerva Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Minerva Park Lake Dam was last inspected on November 18, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.