Ferguson Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Ferguson Upground Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 49 ft (taller than 91% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 17,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 8.3K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 307 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 940 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00520 |
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 Lima
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ferguson Upground Reservoir?
Ferguson Upground Reservoir 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 Ferguson Upground Reservoir?
Ferguson Upground Reservoir is owned by City of Lima (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ferguson Upground Reservoir built?
Ferguson Upground Reservoir was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Ferguson Upground Reservoir?
Ferguson Upground Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ferguson Upground Reservoir?
Ferguson Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 49 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 Ferguson Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Ferguson Upground Reservoir was last inspected on May 24, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.