Wolf Run Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wolf Run Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 76 ft (taller than 98.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 214 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19,948 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00437 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wolf Run Lake Dam?
Wolf Run Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Wolf Run Lake Dam?
Wolf Run Lake Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Parks & Watercraft (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wolf Run Lake Dam built?
Wolf Run Lake Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Wolf Run Lake Dam?
Wolf Run Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wolf Run Lake Dam?
Wolf Run Lake Dam has a dam height of 76 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 Wolf Run Lake Dam last inspected?
Wolf Run Lake Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.