Hunters Run Structure R-61
Key Takeaway
Hunters Run Structure R-61 is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 244 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 3 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,305 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02953 |
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
Hunters Run Conservancy District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Hunters Run Structure R-61?
Hunters Run Structure R-61 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 Hunters Run Structure R-61?
Hunters Run Structure R-61 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 R-61 built?
Hunters Run Structure R-61 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 R-61?
Hunters Run Structure R-61 serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Hunters Run Structure R-61?
Hunters Run Structure R-61 has a dam height of 26 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 R-61 last inspected?
Hunters Run Structure R-61 was last inspected on June 22, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.