New Waterstone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
New Waterstone Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,978 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02895 |
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
Waterstone Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of New Waterstone Lake Dam?
New Waterstone 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 New Waterstone Lake Dam?
New Waterstone Lake Dam is owned by Waterstone Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Waterstone Lake Dam built?
New Waterstone Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 New Waterstone Lake Dam?
New Waterstone 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 New Waterstone Lake Dam?
New Waterstone 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 New Waterstone Lake Dam last inspected?
New Waterstone Lake Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.