Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3
Key Takeaway
Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3 is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 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 | 51 ft (taller than 92.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 4,490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 774 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 638 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 23 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02882 |
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
Del-Co Water Company, Inc.
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3?
Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3 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 Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3?
Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3 is owned by Del-Co Water Company, Inc. (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3 built?
Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3 was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3?
Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3 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 Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3?
Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3 has a dam height of 51 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 Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3 last inspected?
Del-Co Upland Storage Reservoir No. 3 was last inspected on July 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.