Wasmer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wasmer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 747 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00602 |
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
Ryan D. King, Trustee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wasmer Lake Dam?
Wasmer 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 Wasmer Lake Dam?
Wasmer Lake Dam is owned by Ryan D. King, Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wasmer Lake Dam built?
Wasmer Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Wasmer Lake Dam?
Wasmer 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 Wasmer Lake Dam?
Wasmer Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Wasmer Lake Dam last inspected?
Wasmer Lake Dam was last inspected on October 3, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.