International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7
Key Takeaway
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7 is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 71.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 396 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 210 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00838 |
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
International Center for the
Private
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What is the hazard classification of International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7?
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7 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 International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7?
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7 is owned by International Center for the (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7 built?
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7 was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7?
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7 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 International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7?
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7 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 International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7 last inspected?
International Animal Preserve Pond Dam #7 was last inspected on October 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.