Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns

MAUMEE RIVER - OFFSTREAM· Wood, Ohio· Built 1989· Earth· 22 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Local Government

Key Takeaway

Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 Height 22 ft (taller than 33.3% in OH)
Dam Length6,720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage540 acre-ft
Normal Storage434 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1989 (37 years old)
NID IDOH02767

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: June 29, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

City of Bowling Green

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns?

Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns 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 Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns?

Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns is owned by City of Bowling Green (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns built?

Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns?

Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns 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 Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns?

Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns has a dam height of 22 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 Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns last inspected?

Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns was last inspected on June 29, 2022. 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.