Buckeye Water District Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Buckeye Water District Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 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 | 56 ft (taller than 94.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03145 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Buckeye Water District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Buckeye Water District Reservoir?
Buckeye Water District Reservoir 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 Buckeye Water District Reservoir?
Buckeye Water District Reservoir is owned by Buckeye Water District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Buckeye Water District Reservoir built?
Buckeye Water District Reservoir was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Buckeye Water District Reservoir?
Buckeye Water District Reservoir 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 Buckeye Water District Reservoir?
Buckeye Water District Reservoir has a dam height of 56 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 Buckeye Water District Reservoir last inspected?
Buckeye Water District Reservoir was last inspected on June 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.