Houston Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Houston Upground Reservoir is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 7.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 2,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00447 |
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
Village of Blanchester
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Houston Upground Reservoir?
Houston Upground Reservoir 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 Houston Upground Reservoir?
Houston Upground Reservoir is owned by Village of Blanchester (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Houston Upground Reservoir built?
Houston Upground Reservoir was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Houston Upground Reservoir?
Houston Upground Reservoir 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 Houston Upground Reservoir?
Houston Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 13 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 Houston Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Houston Upground Reservoir was last inspected on April 25, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.