The Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
The Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 73.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 349 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00372 |
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
Doug McGlumphy, Mike McGlumphy, Jennifer Greer
Private
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What is the hazard classification of The Farm Lake Dam?
The Farm 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 The Farm Lake Dam?
The Farm Lake Dam is owned by Doug McGlumphy, Mike McGlumphy, Jennifer Greer (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was The Farm Lake Dam built?
The Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 The Farm Lake Dam?
The Farm 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 The Farm Lake Dam?
The Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 35 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 The Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
The Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on August 13, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.