Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C
Key Takeaway
Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 36 ft (taller than 76% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 744 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 0 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 16,397 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03076 |
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
Rushcreek Conservancy District
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C?
Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C 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 Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C?
Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C is owned by Rushcreek Conservancy District (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C built?
Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C?
Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C?
Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C has a dam height of 36 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 Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C last inspected?
Rushcreek Structure No. Iii-C was last inspected on April 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.