Beckjord Ash Pond B

OHIO RIVER - OFFSTREAM· Clermont, Ohio· Earth· 46 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Beckjord Ash Pond B is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 46 ft (taller than 89.2% in OH)
Dam Length7,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.3K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.0K acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge0 cfs
NID IDOH01350

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: May 3, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

New Richmond Development, LLC

Public Utility

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beckjord Ash Pond B?

Beckjord Ash Pond B 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 Beckjord Ash Pond B?

Beckjord Ash Pond B is owned by New Richmond Development, LLC (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Beckjord Ash Pond B?

Beckjord Ash Pond B 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 Beckjord Ash Pond B?

Beckjord Ash Pond B has a dam height of 46 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 Beckjord Ash Pond B last inspected?

Beckjord Ash Pond B was last inspected on May 3, 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.