Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 71.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,920 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00199 |
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
Scioto Land Co., LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam?
Hay Hollow 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 Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam?
Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam is owned by Scioto Land Co., LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam built?
Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam?
Hay Hollow Reservoir 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 Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam?
Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Hay Hollow Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.