Wetherall Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wetherall Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 23 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,051 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01570 |
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
Multiple Owners - 9625-004
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wetherall Lake Dam?
Wetherall 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 Wetherall Lake Dam?
Wetherall Lake Dam is owned by Multiple Owners - 9625-004 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wetherall Lake Dam built?
Wetherall 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 Wetherall Lake Dam?
Wetherall 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 Wetherall Lake Dam?
Wetherall Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Wetherall Lake Dam last inspected?
Wetherall Lake Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.