Noe Lake Dam

TRIBUTARY TO WEST BRANCH BULLSKIN CREEK· Brown, Ohio· Built 1971· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Noe Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage48 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge891 cfs
Year Completed1971 (55 years old)
NID IDOH00166

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 25, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Claude Edward Noe

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Noe Lake Dam?

Noe 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 Noe Lake Dam?

Noe Lake Dam is owned by Claude Edward Noe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Noe Lake Dam built?

Noe Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Noe Lake Dam?

Noe 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 Noe Lake Dam?

Noe Lake Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Noe Lake Dam last inspected?

Noe Lake Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.