Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | OH03172 |
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
ETEM Remediation One LLC
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam?
Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam 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 Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam?
Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam is owned by ETEM Remediation One LLC (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam?
Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam?
Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam last inspected?
Sammis Station North Bottom Ash Pond Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.