Wingfoot Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wingfoot Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1916 and is 110 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 9.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 3.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 460 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,013 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1916 (110 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00664 |
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
ODNR, Division of Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wingfoot Lake Dam?
Wingfoot 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 Wingfoot Lake Dam?
Wingfoot Lake Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wingfoot Lake Dam built?
Wingfoot Lake Dam was completed in 1916, making it 110 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 Wingfoot Lake Dam?
Wingfoot 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 Wingfoot Lake Dam?
Wingfoot Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Wingfoot Lake Dam last inspected?
Wingfoot Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.