Englewood Dam
Key Takeaway
Englewood Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1922 and is 104 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 121 ft (taller than 99.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 4,716 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 413.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 625 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 41,250 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1922 (104 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00431 |
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
The Miami Conservancy District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Englewood Dam?
Englewood Dam 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 Englewood Dam?
Englewood Dam is owned by The Miami Conservancy District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Englewood Dam built?
Englewood Dam was completed in 1922, making it 104 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 Englewood Dam?
Englewood Dam 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 Englewood Dam?
Englewood Dam has a dam height of 121 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 Englewood Dam last inspected?
Englewood Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.