Clendening Dam
Key Takeaway
Clendening Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1936 and is 90 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 54.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,800 acres |
| Drainage Area | 69 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 13,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1936 (90 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00012 |
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
USACE - Huntington District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Clendening Dam?
Clendening 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 Clendening Dam?
Clendening Dam is owned by USACE - Huntington District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Clendening Dam built?
Clendening Dam was completed in 1936, making it 90 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 Clendening Dam?
Clendening Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Clendening Dam last inspected?
Clendening Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.