Village of Amanda Dam

OFFSTREAM - CLEAR CREEK· Fairfield, Ohio· Built 1992· Earth· 16 ft tall
Significant Hazard Tailings Local Government

Key Takeaway

Village of Amanda Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 15.8% in OH)
Dam Length3,300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage77 acre-ft
Normal Storage37 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge9 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDOH02793

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 6, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Village of Amanda

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Village of Amanda Dam?

Village of Amanda 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 Village of Amanda Dam?

Village of Amanda Dam is owned by Village of Amanda (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Village of Amanda Dam built?

Village of Amanda Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Village of Amanda Dam?

Village of Amanda Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Village of Amanda Dam?

Village of Amanda Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Village of Amanda Dam last inspected?

Village of Amanda Dam was last inspected on April 6, 2022. 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.