Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 87 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01433 |
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
Kent State University
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam?
Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam 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 Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam?
Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam is owned by Kent State University (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam built?
Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam?
Salem Regional Campus 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 Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam?
Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam last inspected?
Salem Regional Campus Lake Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.