Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1
Key Takeaway
Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 10 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00814 |
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
Village of Bethel
Local Government
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Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1?
Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1 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 Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1?
Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1 is owned by Village of Bethel (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1 built?
Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1?
Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1?
Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1 has a dam height of 25 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 Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1 last inspected?
Bethel Upground Reservoir No. 1 was last inspected on April 10, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.