Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 48 ft (taller than 90.2% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 34 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02808 |
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
Red Hill Farm Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1?
Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 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 Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1?
Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 is owned by Red Hill Farm Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 built?
Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1?
Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 serves the following purposes: Irrigation, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1?
Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 48 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 Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 was last inspected on November 16, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.