Neutralized Water Impoundment 3

KOKOSING RIVER - OFFSTREAM· Knox, Ohio· Built 1997· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Private

Key Takeaway

Neutralized Water Impoundment 3 is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 27.7% in OH)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage50 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge15 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDOH02906

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: November 25, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Leister Limited

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Neutralized Water Impoundment 3?

Neutralized Water Impoundment 3 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 Neutralized Water Impoundment 3?

Neutralized Water Impoundment 3 is owned by Leister Limited (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Neutralized Water Impoundment 3 built?

Neutralized Water Impoundment 3 was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Neutralized Water Impoundment 3?

Neutralized Water Impoundment 3 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Neutralized Water Impoundment 3?

Neutralized Water Impoundment 3 has a dam height of 20 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 Neutralized Water Impoundment 3 last inspected?

Neutralized Water Impoundment 3 was last inspected on November 25, 2019. 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.