Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 329 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00452 |
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
Woods & Water Christian Retreat, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam?
Pleasant Valley Ranch 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 Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam?
Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam is owned by Woods & Water Christian Retreat, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam built?
Pleasant Valley Ranch 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 Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam?
Pleasant Valley Ranch 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 Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam?
Pleasant Valley Ranch 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 Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Pleasant Valley Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on October 31, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.