Hidden Valley Acres Dam dam
Hidden Valley Acres Dam
Hidden Valley Acres Dam, located in Holmes County, Ohio, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Department of Natural Resources and used primarily for recreational purposes. Completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 30.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 94.2 acre-feet. However, recent inspections have deemed the dam to be in poor condition with a significant hazard potential, indicating a need for maintenance and potential risk management measures.
Situated on the Upper Sand Run river, this dam not only provides recreational opportunities for the local community but also serves as a critical infrastructure for water resource management in the area. With a drainage area of 0.87 square miles and a maximum discharge rate of 66 cubic feet per second, the dam plays a crucial role in controlling water flow and ensuring the safety of downstream areas. Despite its current condition assessment, efforts are likely needed to improve the structural integrity and safety of Hidden Valley Acres Dam.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Hidden Valley Acres Dam presents an intriguing case study on the importance of regular inspection, maintenance, and risk management for dams. With its significant hazard potential and poor condition assessment, this structure serves as a reminder of the need for proactive measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of water infrastructure. As discussions around climate change and extreme weather events continue to grow, the role of dams like Hidden Valley Acres in mitigating risks and protecting communities becomes increasingly vital.
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 Hidden Valley Acres Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Killbuck Creek At Killbuck Oh | 544 cfs | → |
| Mill Creek Near Coshocton Oh | 7 cfs | → |
| Sugar Creek At Strasburg Oh | 265 cfs | → |
| Muskingum River Near Coshocton Oh | 4,080 cfs | → |
| Tuscarawas River At New Philadelphia Oh | 1,360 cfs | → |
| Tuscarawas River At Massillon Oh | 300 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hidden Valley Acres Dam.
Boat launches
- Buckhorn Drive 1160, Clark
- Beach City Dam Launch Ramp
- Mohican State Park
- East Muskingum Avenue Dresden
- Atwood Lake Boat Launch
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
- Apple Valley Lake
- Charles Mill Lake
- Clendening Lake
- Clear Fork Reservoir
- Deer Creek Reservoir
- Barnesville Lake #4
Paddle runs
Track Hidden Valley Acres Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Hidden Valley Acres Dam
Where does the data for Hidden Valley Acres Dam 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 Significant 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 Hidden Valley Acres Dam.