Waterloo Coal Company Dam

TRIBUTARY TO SYMMES CREEK· Jackson, Ohio· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

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 Length190 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage32 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge38 cfs
NID IDOH01823

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 11, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

ODNR, Division of Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.