Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam
Key Takeaway
Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,230 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 38 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,200 cfs |
| NID ID | OH02665 |
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
ODNR, Division of Wildlife
State Government
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam?
Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 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 Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam?
Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam?
Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam?
Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam last inspected?
Killdeer Wildlife Pond No. 3 Dam was last inspected on June 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.