Alum Creek Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Alum Creek Upground Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 24 ft (taller than 39.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 6,985 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 42 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02905 |
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
Del-Co Water Company, Inc.
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Alum Creek Upground Reservoir?
Alum Creek Upground Reservoir 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 Alum Creek Upground Reservoir?
Alum Creek Upground Reservoir is owned by Del-Co Water Company, Inc. (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alum Creek Upground Reservoir built?
Alum Creek Upground Reservoir was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Alum Creek Upground Reservoir?
Alum Creek Upground Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alum Creek Upground Reservoir?
Alum Creek Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 24 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 Alum Creek Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Alum Creek Upground Reservoir was last inspected on January 21, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.