Beach City Dam

SUGAR CREEK OF TUSCARAWAS RVR· Tuscarawas, Ohio· Built 1936· Earth·

High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Beach City Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length	5,600 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	71.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage	1.7K acre-ft

Surface Area	420 acres
Drainage Area	300 sq mi
Max Discharge	28,000 cfs
Year Completed	1936 (90 years old)
NID ID	OH00005

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: August 11, 2023

State Regulated: No

Ownership

USACE - Huntington District

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beach City Dam?

Beach City Dam 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 Beach City Dam?

Beach City Dam is owned by USACE - Huntington District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Beach City Dam built?

Beach City Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Beach City Dam?

Beach City Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Beach City Dam last inspected?

Beach City Dam was last inspected on August 11, 2023. 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.