Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam
Key Takeaway
Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 91.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,065 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 724 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 284 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00827 |
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
American Electric Power
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam?
Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 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 Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam?
Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam is owned by American Electric Power (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam built?
Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam?
Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam 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 Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam?
Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam last inspected?
Ohio Power Company Pond Mmv-11 Dam was last inspected on October 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.