Paulmeadows Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Paulmeadows Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 80 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00193 |
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
Paulmeadows Lake Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paulmeadows Lake Dam?
Paulmeadows 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 Paulmeadows Lake Dam?
Paulmeadows Lake Dam is owned by Paulmeadows Lake Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paulmeadows Lake Dam built?
Paulmeadows Lake Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Paulmeadows Lake Dam?
Paulmeadows 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 Paulmeadows Lake Dam?
Paulmeadows Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Paulmeadows Lake Dam last inspected?
Paulmeadows Lake Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.