Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam
Key Takeaway
Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 15.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,764 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02877 |
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
Butler Co Regional Airport Authority
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam?
Hamilton Fairfield Airport 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 Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam?
Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam is owned by Butler Co Regional Airport Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam built?
Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam?
Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam?
Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam last inspected?
Hamilton Fairfield Airport Dam was last inspected on June 10, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.