Pschesang Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Pschesang Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 21.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 909 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00914 |
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
Benjamin P. Pschesang
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pschesang Lake Dam?
Pschesang 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 Pschesang Lake Dam?
Pschesang Lake Dam is owned by Benjamin P. Pschesang (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pschesang Lake Dam built?
Pschesang Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Pschesang Lake Dam?
Pschesang 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 Pschesang Lake Dam?
Pschesang Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Pschesang Lake Dam last inspected?
Pschesang Lake Dam was last inspected on March 19, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.