Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam
Key Takeaway
Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is tailings. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 31.1% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 3,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 166 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 122 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | OH01393 |
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
Dynegy Zimmer, LLC
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam?
Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex 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 Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam?
Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam is owned by Dynegy Zimmer, LLC (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam built?
Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam?
Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam?
Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam last inspected?
Zimmer Waste Water Pond Complex Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.