Spring Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spring Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 2,600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 58 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 140 cfs |
| NID ID | OH00556 |
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
ODNR, Division of Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Valley Lake Dam?
Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley Lake Dam?
Spring Valley Lake Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Spring Valley Lake Dam?
Spring Valley 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 Spring Valley Lake Dam?
Spring Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Spring Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Spring Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.