Eldon Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Eldon Reservoir Dam, located in Quaker City, Ohio, serves as a crucial water supply source in Guernsey County.
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Summary
Built in 1933, this earth dam stands at a height of 38 feet and stretches 320 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 64 acre-feet. Despite its historical significance, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 reported poor conditions, raising concerns about its structural integrity and maintenance.
Managed by a private owner, Eldon Reservoir Dam is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, ensuring compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement protocols. The dam's primary purpose is water supply, supporting the surrounding community's needs and contributing to the local ecosystem. With a low hazard potential and a drainage area of 0.28 square miles, the dam plays a vital role in managing water resources and mitigating risks associated with potential flooding events.
Although Eldon Reservoir Dam has faced challenges in maintaining its structural integrity and condition, efforts are being made to address these concerns and ensure the safety of the surrounding area. As an essential infrastructure for water management in Ohio, ongoing inspections and maintenance work are crucial to safeguarding the dam's operations and protecting the community from potential hazards. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Eldon Reservoir Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water infrastructure and responsible management practices in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1933 |
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
38 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO LEATHERWOOD CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.28 |
Nid Storage |
64 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
38 |
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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.
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