Golden Bear Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Golden Bear Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 7 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 123 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00932 |
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
Muirfield Village Golf Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Golden Bear Reservoir Dam?
Golden Bear Reservoir 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 Golden Bear Reservoir Dam?
Golden Bear Reservoir Dam is owned by Muirfield Village Golf Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Golden Bear Reservoir Dam built?
Golden Bear Reservoir Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Golden Bear Reservoir Dam?
Golden Bear Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Golden Bear Reservoir Dam?
Golden Bear Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Golden Bear Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Golden Bear Reservoir Dam was last inspected on December 3, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.