Clear Fork Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Clear Fork Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 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 | 44 ft (taller than 87.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 3,420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 26.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 10.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,024 acres |
| Drainage Area | 33 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 46,394 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00778 |
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
City of Mansfield
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clear Fork Reservoir Dam?
Clear Fork Reservoir Dam 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 Clear Fork Reservoir Dam?
Clear Fork Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Mansfield (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clear Fork Reservoir Dam built?
Clear Fork Reservoir Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Clear Fork Reservoir Dam?
Clear Fork Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Clear Fork Reservoir Dam?
Clear Fork Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Clear Fork Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Clear Fork Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.