Metamora Upground Reservoir

TRIBUTARY TO TENMILE CREEK - OFFSTREAM· Fulton, Ohio· Built 1986· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Metamora Upground Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 3.9% in OH)
Dam Length2,412 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage55 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge5 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDOH02779

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 29, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Village of Metamora

Local Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Metamora Upground Reservoir?

Metamora Upground Reservoir 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 Metamora Upground Reservoir?

Metamora Upground Reservoir is owned by Village of Metamora (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Metamora Upground Reservoir built?

Metamora Upground Reservoir was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Metamora Upground Reservoir?

Metamora Upground Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Metamora Upground Reservoir?

Metamora Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 11 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 Metamora Upground Reservoir last inspected?

Metamora Upground Reservoir was last inspected on June 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.