Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11
Key Takeaway
Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 37% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 60 cfs |
| NID ID | OH02173 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Eli and Lori Miller
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11?
Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11?
Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 is owned by Eli and Lori Miller (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11?
Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11?
Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 has a dam height of 23 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 Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 last inspected?
Columbus Southern Power Company Dam Ma-11 was last inspected on October 26, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.