Sun Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sun Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,057 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 84 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00022 |
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
Lake 550 Chillicothe Holdings, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sun Valley Lake Dam?
Sun 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 Sun Valley Lake Dam?
Sun Valley Lake Dam is owned by Lake 550 Chillicothe Holdings, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sun Valley Lake Dam built?
Sun Valley Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Sun Valley Lake Dam?
Sun 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 Sun Valley Lake Dam?
Sun Valley Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Sun Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Sun Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.