The Pleasant Hill Dam - Auxiliary Spillway Fuse Plug Dike in Perryville, Ohio, is a critical piece of infrastructure designed to manage excess water from the Clear Fork of the Mohican River.
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Completed in 2001 by the US Army Corps of Engineers, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet and has a spillway width of 415 feet, with a maximum discharge capacity of 55,000 cubic feet per second. The risk of failure is considered moderate to high, with erosion of the earthen spillway and dike identified as potential threats.
In the event of a spillway failure, low-lying areas of Perrysville could be inundated, and towns downstream, such as Greer, Brinkhaven, and Walhonding, would face escalating flood risks. Despite these dangers, the dam is regularly inspected and well-maintained by the USACE, ensuring that risk management measures are in place to mitigate potential hazards. The fuse plug dike offers residents ample warning time to evacuate, and the length of the auxiliary spillway reduces the likelihood of complete erosion, minimizing the threat of flooding to nearby communities.
Overall, the Pleasant Hill Dam - Auxiliary Spillway Fuse Plug Dike serves as a vital protective barrier against flooding in the region, highlighting the importance of ongoing maintenance and risk management efforts to safeguard both the dam and surrounding areas from potential water-related disasters.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
415 |
Dam Height |
5 |
River Or Stream |
CLEAR FORK OF MOHICAN RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
5 |
Structural Height |
11 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
11 |