Marathon Brine Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Marathon Brine Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 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 | 23 ft (taller than 37% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03146 |
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
Marathon Petroleum Co. LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marathon Brine Pond Dam?
Marathon Brine Pond Dam 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 Marathon Brine Pond Dam?
Marathon Brine Pond Dam is owned by Marathon Petroleum Co. LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marathon Brine Pond Dam built?
Marathon Brine Pond Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Marathon Brine Pond Dam?
Marathon Brine Pond Dam 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 Marathon Brine Pond Dam?
Marathon Brine Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Marathon Brine Pond Dam last inspected?
Marathon Brine Pond Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.