Twelve Pack Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Twelve Pack Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1985 and is 41 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 445 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,990 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1985 (41 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02501 |
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
Twelve Pack Property Owners
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twelve Pack Lake Dam?
Twelve Pack 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 Twelve Pack Lake Dam?
Twelve Pack Lake Dam is owned by Twelve Pack Property Owners (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twelve Pack Lake Dam built?
Twelve Pack Lake Dam was completed in 1985, making it 41 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 Twelve Pack Lake Dam?
Twelve Pack Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Twelve Pack Lake Dam?
Twelve Pack Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Twelve Pack Lake Dam last inspected?
Twelve Pack Lake Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.