Spring Valley Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spring Valley Park Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is water supply. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 391 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,043 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00322 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Salem
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Valley Park Lake Dam?
Spring Valley Park Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Spring Valley Park Lake Dam?
Spring Valley Park Lake Dam is owned by City of Salem (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring Valley Park Lake Dam built?
Spring Valley Park Lake Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Spring Valley Park Lake Dam?
Spring Valley Park 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 Spring Valley Park Lake Dam?
Spring Valley Park Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Park Lake Dam last inspected?
Spring Valley Park Lake Dam was last inspected on April 9, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.