Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 33.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 259 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01102 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Jeri and John (Doug) Outward
Private
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Low Hazard 35 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam?
Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam?
Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam is owned by Jeri and John (Doug) Outward (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam built?
Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Upper Pond No. 2 Dam?
Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam?
Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Upper Pond No. 2 Dam last inspected?
Georgetown Upper Pond No. 2 Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.