New London Reservoir
Key Takeaway
New London Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 Height | 39 ft (taller than 81.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 11,805 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 5.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 220 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00952 |
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
Village of New London
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of New London Reservoir?
New London Reservoir 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 New London Reservoir?
New London Reservoir is owned by Village of New London (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was New London Reservoir built?
New London Reservoir was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 London Reservoir?
New London Reservoir 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 London Reservoir?
New London Reservoir has a dam height of 39 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 London Reservoir last inspected?
New London Reservoir was last inspected on May 25, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.