Tom Jenkins Dam

EAST BR OF SUNDAY CK· Athens, Ohio· Built 1950· Earth·
High Hazard Flood Risk Reduction Recreation Water Supply Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Tom Jenkins Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Length944 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage26.9K acre-ft
Normal Storage9.3K acre-ft
Surface Area664 acres
Drainage Area33 sq mi
Max Discharge21,300 cfs
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDOH00018

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: August 12, 2020
State Regulated: No

Ownership

USACE - Huntington District

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tom Jenkins Dam?

Tom Jenkins Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Tom Jenkins Dam?

Tom Jenkins Dam is owned by USACE - Huntington District (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Tom Jenkins Dam built?

Tom Jenkins Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Tom Jenkins Dam?

Tom Jenkins Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

When was Tom Jenkins Dam last inspected?

Tom Jenkins Dam was last inspected on August 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.