Mosquito Creek Dam
Key Takeaway
Mosquito Creek Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 Length | 5,650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7,850 acres |
| Drainage Area | 97 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 4,180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1944 (82 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00031 |
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
USACE - Pittsburgh District
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mosquito Creek Dam?
Mosquito Creek 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 Mosquito Creek Dam?
Mosquito Creek Dam is owned by USACE - Pittsburgh District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mosquito Creek Dam built?
Mosquito Creek Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Mosquito Creek Dam?
Mosquito Creek Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Other, Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
When was Mosquito Creek Dam last inspected?
Mosquito Creek Dam was last inspected on May 7, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.