Piqua Low Head Dam
Key Takeaway
Piqua Low Head Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1937 and is 89 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 0.9% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Concrete |
| Max Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 276 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 90 acres |
| Drainage Area | 835 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 19,606 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00514 |
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 Piqua
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Piqua Low Head Dam?
Piqua Low Head Dam 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 Piqua Low Head Dam?
Piqua Low Head Dam is owned by City of Piqua (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Piqua Low Head Dam built?
Piqua Low Head Dam was completed in 1937, making it 89 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 Piqua Low Head Dam?
Piqua Low Head Dam 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 Piqua Low Head Dam?
Piqua Low Head Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Piqua Low Head Dam last inspected?
Piqua Low Head Dam was last inspected on October 23, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.