Pride Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pride Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01047 |
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
Norma J. Colley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pride Valley Lake Dam?
Pride Valley 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 Pride Valley Lake Dam?
Pride Valley Lake Dam is owned by Norma J. Colley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pride Valley Lake Dam built?
Pride Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Pride Valley Lake Dam?
Pride Valley 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 Pride Valley Lake Dam?
Pride Valley 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 Pride Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Pride Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.