Monroeville Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Monroeville Upground Reservoir is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 3,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 261 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 14 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02983 |
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
Village of Monroeville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Monroeville Upground Reservoir?
Monroeville Upground Reservoir 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 Monroeville Upground Reservoir?
Monroeville Upground Reservoir is owned by Village of Monroeville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Monroeville Upground Reservoir built?
Monroeville Upground Reservoir was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Monroeville Upground Reservoir?
Monroeville 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 Monroeville Upground Reservoir?
Monroeville Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 17 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 Monroeville Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Monroeville Upground Reservoir was last inspected on June 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.