Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam
Key Takeaway
Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 33.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 785 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 244 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01357 |
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
IRG BATAVIA I, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam?
Zf Batavia Retention Basin 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 Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam?
Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam is owned by IRG BATAVIA I, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam built?
Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam?
Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam?
Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam last inspected?
Zf Batavia Retention Basin Dam was last inspected on June 4, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.