Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper)
Key Takeaway
Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper) is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 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 | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,258 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00096 |
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
JEB Lakes, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper)?
Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper) 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 Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper)?
Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper) is owned by JEB Lakes, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper) built?
Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper) was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper)?
Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper) 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 Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper)?
Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper) 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 Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper) last inspected?
Rhoads Lake Dam (Upper) was last inspected on October 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.