Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam
Key Takeaway
Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 89.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Other |
| Max Storage | 226 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 535 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00891 |
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
John Anderson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam?
Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam 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 Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam?
Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam is owned by John Anderson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam built?
Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam?
Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam 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 Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam?
Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam last inspected?
Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam was last inspected on August 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.