Vo-Ash Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Vo-Ash Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 70% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 134 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 290 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00459 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Vo-Ash Lake Property Owners Assn.,Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Vo-Ash Lake Dam?
Vo-Ash Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Vo-Ash Lake Dam?
Vo-Ash Lake Dam is owned by Vo-Ash Lake Property Owners Assn.,Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Vo-Ash Lake Dam built?
Vo-Ash Lake Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Vo-Ash Lake Dam?
Vo-Ash 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 Vo-Ash Lake Dam?
Vo-Ash Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Vo-Ash Lake Dam last inspected?
Vo-Ash Lake Dam was last inspected on July 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.