Auglaize Hydro
Key Takeaway
Auglaize Hydro is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1913 and is 113 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 37% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 15.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 850 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 500 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,318 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 6,981 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1913 (113 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00385 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Bryan Municipal Utilities
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Auglaize Hydro?
Auglaize Hydro is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Auglaize Hydro?
Auglaize Hydro is owned by Bryan Municipal Utilities (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Auglaize Hydro built?
Auglaize Hydro was completed in 1913, making it 113 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 Auglaize Hydro?
Auglaize Hydro serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Auglaize Hydro?
Auglaize Hydro has a dam height of 23 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 Auglaize Hydro last inspected?
Auglaize Hydro was last inspected on September 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.