Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 2,450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00113 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
City of Oberlin
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir?
Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir?
Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir is owned by City of Oberlin (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir built?
Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir?
Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir?
Oberlin Old 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 Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Oberlin Old Upground Reservoir was last inspected on September 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.