Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,755 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02467 |
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
Summit Metro Parks
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam?
Munroe Falls 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 Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam?
Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam is owned by Summit Metro Parks (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam built?
Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam?
Munroe Falls 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 Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam?
Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Munroe Falls Park Lake Dam was last inspected on October 6, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.