East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B

EAST FORK BUCK CREEK· Champaign, Ohio· Built 1966· Earth· 38 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 38 ft (taller than 79.3% in OH)
Dam Length590 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage175 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge1,160 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDOH00713

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 21, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

East Fork Buck Creek Cons. District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B is owned by East Fork Buck Creek Cons. District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B built?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B has a dam height of 38 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 East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B last inspected?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure I-B was last inspected on November 21, 2019. 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.