New Concord Village Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
New Concord Village Reservoir Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 85.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 452 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 235 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 153 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 324 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00062 |
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 New Concord
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of New Concord Village Reservoir Dam?
New Concord Village Reservoir 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 New Concord Village Reservoir Dam?
New Concord Village Reservoir Dam is owned by Village of New Concord (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New Concord Village Reservoir Dam built?
New Concord Village Reservoir Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 New Concord Village Reservoir Dam?
New Concord Village Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is New Concord Village Reservoir Dam?
New Concord Village Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 42 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 New Concord Village Reservoir Dam last inspected?
New Concord Village Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 15, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.