Mont-Mere Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mont-Mere Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 2,515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 511 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 294 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,095 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00365 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Mont-Mere Lake Association, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mont-Mere Lake Dam?
Mont-Mere Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mont-Mere Lake Dam?
Mont-Mere Lake Dam is owned by Mont-Mere Lake Association, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mont-Mere Lake Dam built?
Mont-Mere Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Mont-Mere Lake Dam?
Mont-Mere 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 Mont-Mere Lake Dam?
Mont-Mere Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Mont-Mere Lake Dam last inspected?
Mont-Mere Lake Dam was last inspected on September 28, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.