Squaw Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Squaw Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 21.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 55 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00226 |
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
Squaw Valley Ranch, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Squaw Valley Lake Dam?
Squaw 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 Squaw Valley Lake Dam?
Squaw Valley Lake Dam is owned by Squaw Valley Ranch, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Squaw Valley Lake Dam built?
Squaw Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Squaw Valley Lake Dam?
Squaw 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 Squaw Valley Lake Dam?
Squaw Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Squaw Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Squaw Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on December 9, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.