Sardinia Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Sardinia Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 367 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00811 |
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
Village of Sardinia
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sardinia Reservoir Dam?
Sardinia Reservoir 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 Sardinia Reservoir Dam?
Sardinia Reservoir Dam is owned by Village of Sardinia (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sardinia Reservoir Dam built?
Sardinia Reservoir Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Sardinia Reservoir Dam?
Sardinia Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sardinia Reservoir Dam?
Sardinia Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Sardinia Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Sardinia Reservoir Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.