Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1928 and is 98 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 25 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 210 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1928 (98 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00759 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Village of Wellington
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam?
Wellington Reservoir No. 2 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 Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam?
Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam is owned by Village of Wellington (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam built?
Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam was completed in 1928, making it 98 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 Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam?
Wellington Reservoir No. 2 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 Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam?
Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam last inspected?
Wellington Reservoir No. 2 Dam was last inspected on October 2, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.