Wellston Reservoir Dam

Ohio — Jackson County — TRIBUTARY TO LITTLE RACCOON CREEK

Location

StateOhio
CountyJackson
RiverTRIBUTARY TO LITTLE RACCOON CREEK
Coordinates39.14000, -82.51833

Physical Characteristics

NID Height41 ft
Dam Height41 ft
Dam Length460 ft
NID Storage95 acre-ft
Max Storage95 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentPoor
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 11, 2021
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1920
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Wellston

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About This Dam Record

Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.

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