Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam
Key Takeaway
Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 253 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5,731 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00909 |
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
Consol Mining Company LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam?
Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam 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 Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam?
Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam is owned by Consol Mining Company LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam built?
Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam?
Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply 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 Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam?
Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam last inspected?
Meigs Mine No. 1 Water Supply Dam was last inspected on February 2, 1982. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.