Water'S Edge Dam
Key Takeaway
Water'S Edge Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 37% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,702 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00541 |
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
Water's Edge Community Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Water'S Edge Dam?
Water'S Edge 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 Water'S Edge Dam?
Water'S Edge Dam is owned by Water's Edge Community Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Water'S Edge Dam built?
Water'S Edge Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Water'S Edge Dam?
Water'S Edge 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 Water'S Edge Dam?
Water'S Edge Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Water'S Edge Dam last inspected?
Water'S Edge Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.