Quail Hollow Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Quail Hollow Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 76% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,158 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00934 |
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
Quail Hollow Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Quail Hollow Lake Dam?
Quail Hollow 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 Quail Hollow Lake Dam?
Quail Hollow Lake Dam is owned by Quail Hollow Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Quail Hollow Lake Dam built?
Quail Hollow Lake Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Quail Hollow Lake Dam?
Quail Hollow Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Quail Hollow Lake Dam?
Quail Hollow Lake Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Quail Hollow Lake Dam last inspected?
Quail Hollow Lake Dam was last inspected on September 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.