Dillon Dam, also known as Dillon Lake, is a federal-owned structure located in Zanesville, Ohio, along the Licking River.
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Completed in 1960, this Earth-type dam serves primarily for flood risk reduction, while also supporting fish and wildlife ponds, recreation, and showcasing a stone core foundation. The dam stands at a hydraulic height of 90 feet and a structural height of 118 feet, with a length of 1400 feet and a volume of 1,670,900 cubic yards.
Managed by the US Army Corps of Engineers, Dillon Dam has a maximum storage capacity of 274,000 acre-feet and a normal storage of 17,500 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 292 feet and is equipped with slide and valve outlet gates. With a hazard potential rated as high, the dam is subject to regular inspections and risk management measures to ensure its structural integrity and mitigate flood risks. As a critical piece of infrastructure in the region, Dillon Dam plays a vital role in the overall water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the area, highlighting the importance of proactive maintenance and emergency preparedness.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
1400 |
River Or Stream |
LICKING RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1560 |
Hydraulic Height |
90 |
Drainage Area |
742 |
Nid Storage |
274000 |
Structural Height |
118 |
Outlet Gates |
Slide (sluice gate) - 3, Valve - 2 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
118 |