Puskarich Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Puskarich Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 85.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 547 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 173 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,121 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00462 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Brian Wagner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Puskarich Lake Dam?
Puskarich Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Puskarich Lake Dam?
Puskarich Lake Dam is owned by Brian Wagner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Puskarich Lake Dam built?
Puskarich Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Puskarich Lake Dam?
Puskarich Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Puskarich Lake Dam?
Puskarich Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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 Puskarich Lake Dam last inspected?
Puskarich Lake Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.