Westwood Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Westwood Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 21.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,208 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00338 |
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
Westwood Lake Development Corp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Westwood Lake Dam?
Westwood 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 Westwood Lake Dam?
Westwood Lake Dam is owned by Westwood Lake Development Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westwood Lake Dam built?
Westwood Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Westwood Lake Dam?
Westwood 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 Westwood Lake Dam?
Westwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Westwood Lake Dam last inspected?
Westwood Lake Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.