Ritz Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ritz Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 61.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 335 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 629 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00045 |
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
Kevin Ritz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ritz Lake Dam?
Ritz 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 Ritz Lake Dam?
Ritz Lake Dam is owned by Kevin Ritz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ritz Lake Dam built?
Ritz Lake Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Ritz Lake Dam?
Ritz 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 Ritz Lake Dam?
Ritz Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Ritz Lake Dam last inspected?
Ritz Lake Dam was last inspected on October 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.