Amick Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Amick Upground Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 40 ft (taller than 82.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 4,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 804 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 56 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 45 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00686 |
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
City of Galion
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Amick Upground Reservoir?
Amick 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 Amick Upground Reservoir?
Amick Upground Reservoir is owned by City of Galion (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Amick Upground Reservoir built?
Amick Upground Reservoir was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Amick Upground Reservoir?
Amick Upground Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Amick Upground Reservoir?
Amick Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 40 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 Amick Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Amick Upground Reservoir was last inspected on December 8, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.