Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1891 and is 135 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 3,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 141 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1891 (135 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00786 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Fostoria
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir?
Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir?
Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir is owned by City of Fostoria (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir built?
Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir was completed in 1891, making it 135 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 Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir?
Lake Daugherty 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 Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir?
Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 12 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 Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Lake Daugherty Upground Reservoir was last inspected on June 24, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.