Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,036 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01435 |
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
Sevakeen Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam?
Sevakeen Country Club 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 Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam?
Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam is owned by Sevakeen Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam built?
Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam?
Sevakeen Country Club 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 Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam?
Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam last inspected?
Sevakeen Country Club Lake Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.