Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2

BAD CREEK - OFFSTREAM· Fulton, Ohio· Built 1984· Earth· 42 ft tall
High Hazard Water Supply Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2 is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 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 42 ft (taller than 85.4% in OH)
Dam Length5,728 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.5K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.2K acre-ft
Surface Area50 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge110 cfs
Year Completed1984 (42 years old)
NID IDOH01592

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Village of Delta

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2?

Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2 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 Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2?

Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2 is owned by Village of Delta (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2 built?

Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2 was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2?

Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2 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 Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2?

Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2 has a dam height of 42 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 Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2 last inspected?

Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2 was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.