Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike
Key Takeaway
Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is tailings. 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 | 84 ft (taller than 98.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 14,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 12.9K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 12.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 230 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01127 |
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
Kingfisher Development LLC
Public Utility
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike?
Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike 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 Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike?
Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike is owned by Kingfisher Development LLC (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike built?
Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike?
Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike?
Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike has a dam height of 84 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 Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike last inspected?
Killen Station Ash Disposal Dike was last inspected on June 28, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.