Hunters Run Structure No. 9

HOCKING RIVER· Fairfield, Ohio· Built 1959· Earth· 76 ft tall
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Hunters Run Structure No. 9 is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 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 76 ft (taller than 98.1% in OH)
Dam Length1,010 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage158 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area7 sq mi
Max Discharge18,127 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDOH00714

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 21, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Hunters Run Conservancy District

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hunters Run Structure No. 9?

Hunters Run Structure No. 9 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. 9?

Hunters Run Structure No. 9 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. 9 built?

Hunters Run Structure No. 9 was completed in 1959, making it 67 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. 9?

Hunters Run Structure No. 9 serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation. 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. 9?

Hunters Run Structure No. 9 has a dam height of 76 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. 9 last inspected?

Hunters Run Structure No. 9 was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.