Samanna Dam
Key Takeaway
Samanna Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 39.8% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,142 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02801 |
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
Wm. A. Natorp Co.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Samanna Dam?
Samanna 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 Samanna Dam?
Samanna Dam is owned by Wm. A. Natorp Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Samanna Dam built?
Samanna Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Samanna Dam?
Samanna Dam 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 Samanna Dam?
Samanna Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Samanna Dam last inspected?
Samanna Dam was last inspected on May 2, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.