Switzerland Lake Dam

Significant HazardFair ConditionEmergency Action Plan: No

Location

StateOhio
CountyBelmont
Nearest CityALLEDONIA
River/StreamTRIBUTARY TO PINEY CREEK
Coordinates39.86500, -81.06722

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height54 ft
Dam Height54 ft
Dam Length625 ft
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage697 acre-ft
Max Storage697 acre-ft
Normal Storage469 acre-ft
Surface Area36 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,117 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerSwitzerland of Ohio Country Club
Owner TypePrivate
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentFair
Last Inspection10/05/2022
Emergency Action PlanNo

Identifiers

NID IDOH00295
Federal IDOH00295
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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