Paulding Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Paulding Upground Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 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 | 24 ft (taller than 39.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 7,250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 67 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00476 |
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 Paulding
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Paulding Upground Reservoir?
Paulding Upground 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 Paulding Upground Reservoir?
Paulding Upground Reservoir is owned by Village of Paulding (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paulding Upground Reservoir built?
Paulding Upground Reservoir was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Paulding Upground Reservoir?
Paulding Upground Reservoir 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 Paulding Upground Reservoir?
Paulding Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 24 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 Paulding Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Paulding Upground Reservoir was last inspected on May 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.