Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5
Key Takeaway
Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5 is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1946 and is 80 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 6,882 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 85 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 50 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1946 (80 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00757 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
City of Bellevue
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5?
Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5 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 Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5?
Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5 is owned by City of Bellevue (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5 built?
Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5 was completed in 1946, making it 80 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 Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5?
Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5?
Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5 has a dam height of 28 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 Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5 last inspected?
Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 5 was last inspected on June 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.