Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 543 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02131 |
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
Five Rivers MetroParks
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam?
Possum Creek Reserve 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 Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam?
Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam is owned by Five Rivers MetroParks (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam built?
Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam?
Possum Creek Reserve 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 Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam?
Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam last inspected?
Possum Creek Reserve Lake Dam was last inspected on April 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.