Turner-Jordan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Turner-Jordan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 242 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02998 |
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
Mike and Laurie Turner
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Turner-Jordan Lake Dam?
Turner-Jordan 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 Turner-Jordan Lake Dam?
Turner-Jordan Lake Dam is owned by Mike and Laurie Turner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Turner-Jordan Lake Dam built?
Turner-Jordan Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Turner-Jordan Lake Dam?
Turner-Jordan 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 Turner-Jordan Lake Dam?
Turner-Jordan Lake Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Turner-Jordan Lake Dam last inspected?
Turner-Jordan Lake Dam was last inspected on June 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.