Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3
Key Takeaway
Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 is classified as high hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 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 | 56 ft (taller than 94.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 725 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 529 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 398 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 70 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | OH03177 |
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
Village of Woodsfield
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3?
Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 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 Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3?
Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 is owned by Village of Woodsfield (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 built?
Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 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 Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3?
Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3?
Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 has a dam height of 56 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 Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 last inspected?
Woodsfield Reservoir Dam No. 3 was last inspected on November 12, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.