Washington Court House Ug No. 1 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
1 Dam, located in Fayette County, Ohio, serves as a crucial water supply infrastructure managed by the local government. Constructed in 1956, this earth dam stands at a height of 21.1 feet and has a storage capacity of 803 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 650 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 5202 feet, impounding Paint Creek - Offstream, and covers a surface area of 38.3 acres within a drainage area of 0.06 square miles.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources, the dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement, ensuring its structural integrity and operational safety. The dam has been assessed to have a hazard potential rated as high, with a fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in April 2018. Despite its age, the Washington Court House Ug No. 1 Dam continues to play a vital role in water resource management, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard against potential risks and ensure its continued functionality for the community.
Located in Washington Court House, Ohio, this dam is a key component of the local water supply system and contributes to the region's water resource management efforts. With its historical significance and essential role in providing water to the community, the Washington Court House Ug No. 1 Dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable infrastructure development and proactive maintenance practices in the face of evolving climate and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
5202 |
Dam Height |
21.1 |
River Or Stream |
PAINT CREEK - OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
38.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
803 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
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.
Washington Court House Ug No. 1 Dam