Avis Dam

HEWETT RUN· Athens, Ohio· Built 1997· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Avis Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH)
Dam Length301 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage61 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDOH02856

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: October 30, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Avis Dam?

Avis Dam 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 Avis Dam?

Avis Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Avis Dam built?

Avis Dam 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 Avis Dam?

Avis Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Avis Dam?

Avis Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Avis Dam last inspected?

Avis Dam was last inspected on October 30, 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.