Burnap Lake Dam, also known as Murphy Pond, is a private dam located in Warren, Ohio, constructed in 1969 by the USDA NRCS.
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The dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, with a maximum storage capacity of 50.7 acre-feet and a normal storage of 30.6 acre-feet. It stands at a height of 38.4 feet and spans a length of 700 feet, creating a surface area of 3.6 acres and draining a small watershed area of 0.03 square miles.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Burnap Lake Dam is considered to have a significant hazard potential with a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in April 2019. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a maximum discharge capacity of 1217 cubic feet per second. While the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, with a rating of 3, there are no detailed risk management measures or emergency action plans prepared, highlighting areas for improvement in ensuring the safety and integrity of the structure for both water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1969 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
38.4 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO STONY RUN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
3.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
50.7 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
38 |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
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Camp Lebanon Retreat Center
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Camp Stonybrook
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Windy Heights
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Beeches
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Berry Patch
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Quaker Ridge
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