Thor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Thor Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 81.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,386 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00157 |
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
Lakengren Property Owners Assn.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thor Lake Dam?
Thor 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 Thor Lake Dam?
Thor Lake Dam is owned by Lakengren Property Owners Assn. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thor Lake Dam built?
Thor Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Thor Lake Dam?
Thor 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 Thor Lake Dam?
Thor Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Thor Lake Dam last inspected?
Thor Lake Dam was last inspected on May 20, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.