Upper Lake Milton Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Lake Milton Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 58% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,050 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 162 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 17,351 cfs |
| NID ID | OH01815 |
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
ODNR, Division of Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Lake Milton Dam?
Upper Lake Milton 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 Upper Lake Milton Dam?
Upper Lake Milton Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Lake Milton Dam?
Upper Lake Milton 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 Upper Lake Milton Dam?
Upper Lake Milton Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Upper Lake Milton Dam last inspected?
Upper Lake Milton Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.