Waterloo Coal Company Dam
Key Takeaway
Waterloo Coal Company Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 24.6% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 190 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 38 cfs |
| NID ID | OH01823 |
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
ODNR, Division of Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Waterloo Coal Company Dam?
Waterloo Coal Company 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 Waterloo Coal Company Dam?
Waterloo Coal Company Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Waterloo Coal Company Dam?
Waterloo Coal Company 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 Waterloo Coal Company Dam?
Waterloo Coal Company Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Waterloo Coal Company Dam last inspected?
Waterloo Coal Company Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.