Metzger Upground Reservoir

Ohio — Allen County — OTTAWA RIVER - OFFSTREAM

Location

StateOhio
CountyAllen
RiverOTTAWA RIVER - OFFSTREAM
Coordinates40.73833, -84.04722

Physical Characteristics

NID Height45 ft
Dam Height45 ft
Dam Length10,353 ft
NID Storage4,346 acre-ft
Max Storage4,346 acre-ft
Surface Area156 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialHigh
Condition AssessmentFair
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 24, 2022
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1946
Primary PurposeWater Supply
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerCity of Lima

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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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