Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 39.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 239 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01410 |
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
Snowhill Country Club, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam?
Snow Hill INC. 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 Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam?
Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam is owned by Snowhill Country Club, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam built?
Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam?
Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam?
Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam last inspected?
Snow Hill INC. Lake Dam was last inspected on May 30, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.