Beach City Dam - Silica Sand Levee Reservoir Report
Nearby: Maple Valley Lake Dam Beach City Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Beach City Dam - Silica Sand Levee in Dundee, Ohio, is a Federal-owned structure designed by the US Army Corps of Engineers to primarily reduce flood risk along Sugar Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1937, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 21 feet and stretches 1580 feet in length. While the dam's associated structures include the Silica Sand Levee and another unnamed structure, the risk assessment for the levee indicates a low hazard potential, with the main concern being the timely placement of sandbags during high water events to prevent minor economic damage to nearby railroad tracks.
Despite the low risk of levee failure, USACE implements risk management measures at Beach City Dam - Silica Sand Levee to mitigate potential issues such as poor interior drainage and vegetation growth along the embankment. Regular inspections and maintenance efforts ensure that the risk of breach remains minimal, with a focus on preserving the structural integrity of the levee. Overall, the levee poses minimal threat to both life and property, with USACE maintaining a proactive approach to safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flood risks.
Year Completed |
1937 |
Dam Length |
1580 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
SUGAR CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
21 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Beach City Dam - Silica Sand Levee