Hunters Run Structure No. 4
Key Takeaway
Hunters Run Structure No. 4 is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 92.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 587 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 748 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,960 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00719 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Hunters Run Conservancy District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hunters Run Structure No. 4?
Hunters Run Structure No. 4 is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Hunters Run Structure No. 4?
Hunters Run Structure No. 4 is owned by Hunters Run Conservancy District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hunters Run Structure No. 4 built?
Hunters Run Structure No. 4 was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hunters Run Structure No. 4?
Hunters Run Structure No. 4 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 Hunters Run Structure No. 4?
Hunters Run Structure No. 4 has a dam height of 51 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 Hunters Run Structure No. 4 last inspected?
Hunters Run Structure No. 4 was last inspected on June 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.