Horseshoe Diversion Dam

Ohio — Butler County — Miami River

Location

StateOhio
CountyButler
RiverMiami River
Coordinates39.42630, -84.50330

Physical Characteristics

NID Height8 ft
Dam Height8 ft
Dam Length1,300 ft
NID Storage1,300 acre-ft
Max Storage1,300 acre-ft
Surface Area98 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialLow
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusNot Required
Last InspectionAugust 21, 2018
Inspection Frequency3

Dam Information

Year Completed1920
Primary PurposeHydroelectric
Dam TypeTimber Crib
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Hamilton, OH

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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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