Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir dam
Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir
Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir in Seneca, Ohio, stands as a testament to effective water resource management by local government authorities. Constructed in 1971 by Floyd G. Browne & Associates, this earth dam serves as a vital water supply source for the city of Greensprings. With a height of 33.5 feet and a storage capacity of 2900 acre-feet, the reservoir covers an area of 110 acres and is fed by the offstream flow of Beaver Creek.
Maintained and regulated by the Department of Natural Resources, the Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir boasts a fair condition assessment and a high hazard potential, necessitating regular inspections every five years. Despite its hazard potential, the reservoir has a normal storage capacity of 2406 acre-feet and a maximum discharge capacity of 100 cubic feet per second. The dam's primary purpose is water supply, reflecting its critical role in ensuring a sustainable water source for the community.
Located within the Detroit District and under state jurisdiction, this reservoir stands as a crucial infrastructure to safeguard against water scarcity and support the local ecosystem. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir serves as a shining example of proactive water management, underscoring the importance of sustainable practices in safeguarding our water supply for future generations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Sandusky River Near Fremont Oh | 450 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek At Tiffin Oh | 10 cfs | → |
| Honey Creek At Melmore Oh | 46 cfs | → |
| Portage R. Near Elmore Oh | 203 cfs | → |
| Huron River At Milan Oh | 129 cfs | → |
| Portage River At Woodville Oh | 155 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir.
Boat launches
- Bellevue Reservoir
- Resthaven Wildlife Area - Pond No. 8
- Little Portage Wildlife Area
- Portage River Wildlife Access
- Dempsey Wildlife Area
- East Harbor State Park - Campground Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Crystal Rock Campground
- Zeller's Beach
- Group Area 1 Camping Area G Group
- Camping Area E
- Group Area 2 Camping Area G
- State Park Camp Grounds
Fishing spots
Track Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir in the Snoflo app
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About Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir
Where does the data for Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Beaver Creek Upground Reservoir.