Liberty Street Dam
Key Takeaway
Liberty Street Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1831 and is 195 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 265 ft |
| Dam Type | Timber Crib |
| Max Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 222 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 845 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 21,000 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1831 (195 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02492 |
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
McDonald Steel Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Liberty Street Dam?
Liberty Street 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 Liberty Street Dam?
Liberty Street Dam is owned by McDonald Steel Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Liberty Street Dam built?
Liberty Street Dam was completed in 1831, making it 195 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 Liberty Street Dam?
Liberty Street Dam 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 Liberty Street Dam?
Liberty Street Dam 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 Liberty Street Dam last inspected?
Liberty Street Dam was last inspected on May 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.