Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2
Key Takeaway
Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2 is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is water supply. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 4.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 2,440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1 cfs |
| NID ID | OH01964 |
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
City of Oberlin
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2?
Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2 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 Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2?
Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2 is owned by City of Oberlin (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2?
Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2?
Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2 has a dam height of 12 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 Waterworks Upground No. 1&2 last inspected?
Oberlin Waterworks Upground No. 1&2 was last inspected on September 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.