Zupan Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Zupan Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 64.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 474 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 306 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,709 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02982 |
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
Joseph T Zupan
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Zupan Lake Dam?
Zupan 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 Zupan Lake Dam?
Zupan Lake Dam is owned by Joseph T Zupan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zupan Lake Dam built?
Zupan Lake Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Zupan Lake Dam?
Zupan 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 Zupan Lake Dam?
Zupan Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Zupan Lake Dam last inspected?
Zupan Lake Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.