Hunters Run Structure No.
Wind
Humidity
R-23 is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Fairfield, Ohio, on a tributary to the Hocking River. Constructed in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 40.1 feet and has a storage capacity of 91.6 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 53.1 acre-feet. With a spillway type of 'Uncontrolled' and a maximum discharge of 943 cubic feet per second, this structure plays a crucial role in managing water flow and protecting the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, this dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its satisfactory condition and significant hazard potential is effectively mitigated. Despite its moderate risk level, the structure has been deemed to meet guidelines and is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. With a surface area of 4.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.19 square miles, Hunters Run Structure No. R-23 serves as a key component in the region's water resource management strategy, highlighting the importance of infrastructure in addressing climate-related challenges such as flooding and water scarcity.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
756 |
Dam Height |
40.1 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO HOCKING RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.19 |
Nid Storage |
91.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
40 |