Fairfield Detention "A" Dam
Key Takeaway
Fairfield Detention "A" Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 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 | 24 ft (taller than 39.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,943 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02911 |
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
City of Fairfield
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Fairfield Detention "A" Dam?
Fairfield Detention "A" 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 Fairfield Detention "A" Dam?
Fairfield Detention "A" Dam is owned by City of Fairfield (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fairfield Detention "A" Dam built?
Fairfield Detention "A" Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Fairfield Detention "A" Dam?
Fairfield Detention "A" 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 Fairfield Detention "A" Dam?
Fairfield Detention "A" Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Fairfield Detention "A" Dam last inspected?
Fairfield Detention "A" Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.