Margaret Creek Structure No. 5

Ohio — Athens County — BIDDLE CREEK

Location

StateOhio
CountyAthens
RiverBIDDLE CREEK
Coordinates39.26111, -82.11667

Physical Characteristics

NID Height29 ft
Dam Height29 ft
Dam Length600 ft
NID Storage417 acre-ft
Max Storage417 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 4, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1970
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerHocking Conservancy District

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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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