Eastern Ag Research Station Dam
Key Takeaway
Eastern Ag Research Station Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 647 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00102 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Eastern Ag Research Station - OSU
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Eastern Ag Research Station Dam?
Eastern Ag Research Station Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Eastern Ag Research Station Dam?
Eastern Ag Research Station Dam is owned by Eastern Ag Research Station - OSU (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Eastern Ag Research Station Dam built?
Eastern Ag Research Station Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Eastern Ag Research Station Dam?
Eastern Ag Research Station Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Eastern Ag Research Station Dam?
Eastern Ag Research Station Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Eastern Ag Research Station Dam last inspected?
Eastern Ag Research Station Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.