Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2

TRIBUTARY TO LITTLE RUSH CREEK· Perry, Ohio· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2 is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH)
Dam Length315 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage69 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge163 cfs
NID IDOH00657

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 27, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

ODNR, Division of Forestry

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2?

Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2 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 Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2?

Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2 is owned by ODNR, Division of Forestry (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2?

Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2 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 Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2?

Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2 has a dam height of 27 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 Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2 last inspected?

Perry Reclamation Dam No. 2 was last inspected on May 27, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.