Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam

TRIBUTARY TO HORSE RUN· Morgan, Ohio· Built 1959· Earth· 31 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 64.6% in OH)
Dam Length425 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage36 acre-ft
Normal Storage11 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge350 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDOH00910

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: October 2, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

ODNR, Division of Wildlife

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam?

Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam?

Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam built?

Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam?

Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam?

Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 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 Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam last inspected?

Appalachian Wildlife Area Pond Mb-165 Dam was last inspected on October 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.