Slate Run Metro Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Slate Run Metro Park Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 12.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 147 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 460 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02849 |
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
Columbus & Franklin Co Metro Park Dist
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Slate Run Metro Park Dam?
Slate Run Metro Park 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 Slate Run Metro Park Dam?
Slate Run Metro Park Dam is owned by Columbus & Franklin Co Metro Park Dist (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Slate Run Metro Park Dam built?
Slate Run Metro Park Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Slate Run Metro Park Dam?
Slate Run Metro Park Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Slate Run Metro Park Dam?
Slate Run Metro Park Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Slate Run Metro Park Dam last inspected?
Slate Run Metro Park Dam was last inspected on November 24, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.