Kenton Dam

LICK BRANCH· Gallia, Ohio· Built 1967· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Kenton Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage122 acre-ft
Normal Storage98 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1967 (59 years old)
NID IDOH00282

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 29, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kenton Dam?

Kenton Dam 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 Kenton Dam?

Kenton Dam is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kenton Dam built?

Kenton Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Kenton Dam?

Kenton Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Kenton Dam?

Kenton Dam 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 Kenton Dam last inspected?

Kenton Dam was last inspected on November 29, 2018. 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.