John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 46 ft (taller than 89.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 25,930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27.8K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 842 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 82 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03191 |
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
City of Columbus
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir?
John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir 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 John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir?
John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir is owned by City of Columbus (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir built?
John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir?
John R. Doutt 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 John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir?
John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 46 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 John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir last inspected?
John R. Doutt Upground Reservoir was last inspected on December 5, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.