East Fork Buck Creek Structure Iv-A

TRIBUTARY TO EAST FORK BUCK CREEK· Champaign, Ohio· Built 1966· Earth· 39 ft tall
Significant Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Local Government

Key Takeaway

East Fork Buck Creek Structure Iv-A 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 39 ft (taller than 81.2% in OH)
Dam Length743 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage579 acre-ft
Normal Storage148 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area2 sq mi
Max Discharge4,051 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDOH00712

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 Iv-A?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure Iv-A 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 Iv-A?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure Iv-A 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 Iv-A built?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure Iv-A 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 Iv-A?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure Iv-A 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 Iv-A?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure Iv-A has a dam height of 39 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 Iv-A last inspected?

East Fork Buck Creek Structure Iv-A 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.