Rustic Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rustic Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 199 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00104 |
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
William & Gail A. Burkhead
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rustic Lake Dam?
Rustic 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 Rustic Lake Dam?
Rustic Lake Dam is owned by William & Gail A. Burkhead (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rustic Lake Dam built?
Rustic Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Rustic Lake Dam?
Rustic 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 Rustic Lake Dam?
Rustic Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Rustic Lake Dam last inspected?
Rustic Lake Dam was last inspected on November 16, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.