Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2
Key Takeaway
Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2 is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1934 and is 92 years old. Its primary use is water supply. 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 Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 5,760 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 804 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 51 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 5 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1934 (92 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00789 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
City of Wauseon
Local Government
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High Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2?
Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2 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 Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2?
Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2 is owned by City of Wauseon (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2 built?
Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2 was completed in 1934, making it 92 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 Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2?
Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2 serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2?
Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2 has a dam height of 26 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 Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2 last inspected?
Wauseon Upground Reservoir No. 2 was last inspected on June 21, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.