Marysville Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Marysville Upground Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 | 48 ft (taller than 90.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 11,155 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 114 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03166 |
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
City of Marysville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Marysville Upground Reservoir?
Marysville Upground Reservoir 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 Marysville Upground Reservoir?
Marysville Upground Reservoir is owned by City of Marysville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marysville Upground Reservoir built?
Marysville Upground Reservoir was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Marysville Upground Reservoir?
Marysville 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 Marysville Upground Reservoir?
Marysville Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 48 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 Marysville Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Marysville Upground Reservoir was last inspected on November 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.