Scio Pottery Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Scio Pottery Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 64.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 13 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 203 cfs |
| NID ID | OH00142 |
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
Scio Vet's Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Scio Pottery Lake Dam?
Scio Pottery 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 Scio Pottery Lake Dam?
Scio Pottery Lake Dam is owned by Scio Vet's Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Scio Pottery Lake Dam?
Scio Pottery 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 Scio Pottery Lake Dam?
Scio Pottery Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Scio Pottery Lake Dam last inspected?
Scio Pottery Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.