Delta Upground Reservoir No. 2
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 Length | 5,728 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 50 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 110 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01592 |
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
Village of Delta
Local Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently 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.