Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam
Key Takeaway
Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 71.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 44 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,308 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02885 |
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
Holmes Limestone Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam?
Simco Sediment Pond E-55 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 Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam?
Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam is owned by Holmes Limestone Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam built?
Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam?
Simco Sediment Pond E-55 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 Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam?
Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam last inspected?
Simco Sediment Pond E-55 Dam was last inspected on October 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.