Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 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 | 29 ft (taller than 58% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 5,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 934 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 755 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 77 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00754 |
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
City of Clyde
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir?
Raccoon Creek 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 Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir?
Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir is owned by City of Clyde (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir built?
Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir?
Raccoon Creek 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 Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir?
Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir has a dam height of 29 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 Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir last inspected?
Raccoon Creek Upground Reservoir was last inspected on May 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.