Chippewa Creek Structure V-D

Ohio — Wayne County — STEELE DITCH

Location

StateOhio
CountyWayne
RiverSTEELE DITCH
Coordinates40.93000, -81.89000

Physical Characteristics

NID Height32 ft
Dam Height32 ft
Dam Length470 ft
NID Storage275 acre-ft
Max Storage275 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres

Safety Classification

Hazard PotentialSignificant
Condition AssessmentSatisfactory
EAP StatusYes
Last InspectionMay 27, 2025
Inspection Frequency5

Dam Information

Year Completed1971
Primary PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
Dam TypeEarth
Owner TypeLocal Government
OwnerMWCD, Chippewa Subdistrict

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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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