Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 4,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 453 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03169 |
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
Cardinal Operating Company
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam?
Cardinal Plant Ash Pond 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 Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam?
Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam is owned by Cardinal Operating Company (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam built?
Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam?
Cardinal Plant Ash Pond 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 Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam?
Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam last inspected?
Cardinal Plant Ash Pond Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.