Noe Lake Dam
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 Length | 220 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 891 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00166 |
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
Claude Edward Noe
Private
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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.