Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is other. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 54.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 260 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 910 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03015 |
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
Dynegy Zimmer, LLC
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam?
Sedimentation Pond No. 1 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 Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam?
Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam is owned by Dynegy Zimmer, LLC (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam built?
Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam?
Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam?
Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam last inspected?
Sedimentation Pond No. 1 Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.