Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam
Key Takeaway
Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 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 | 73 ft (taller than 97.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 100 acres |
| Drainage Area | 4 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00129 |
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
Consol Mining Company LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam?
Georgetown Plant Freshwater 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 Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam?
Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam is owned by Consol Mining Company LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam built?
Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam?
Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam?
Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam has a dam height of 73 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 Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam last inspected?
Georgetown Plant Freshwater Dam was last inspected on August 12, 1983. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.