Georgetown Plant Lower Supply Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Georgetown Plant Lower Supply Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1951 and is 75 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 88% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 857 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1951 (75 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00133 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
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 Lower Supply Pond Dam?
Georgetown Plant Lower Supply Pond Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Georgetown Plant Lower Supply Pond Dam?
Georgetown Plant Lower Supply Pond 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 Lower Supply Pond Dam built?
Georgetown Plant Lower Supply Pond Dam was completed in 1951, making it 75 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 Lower Supply Pond Dam?
Georgetown Plant Lower Supply Pond 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 Lower Supply Pond Dam?
Georgetown Plant Lower Supply Pond Dam has a dam height of 45 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.