Harding Area Council Bsa Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Harding Area Council Bsa Dam, located in Morrow, Ohio, is a private dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Constructed in 1973 by William G. Smiley and Floyd G. Browne & Associates, this earth dam stands at a height of 31 feet and spans a length of 510 feet. With a normal storage capacity of 88 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 184 acre-feet, this dam serves as a vital water resource for the area, covering a surface area of 10.6 acres with a drainage area of 0.46 square miles.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, the Harding Area Council Bsa Dam has a low hazard potential but is currently assessed to be in poor condition since its last inspection in October 2016. Despite its state-regulated status and regular inspection frequency of 5 years, there is a need for improvement in its maintenance to ensure the safety and functionality of the dam. With an emergency action plan yet to be prepared and updated, there is room for enhancing risk management measures and ensuring the dam meets safety guidelines to protect the surrounding community in case of emergencies.
As a significant contributor to the local water infrastructure and a popular recreational spot, the Harding Area Council Bsa Dam represents a unique blend of natural beauty and human ingenuity. With its location near Mt. Gilead and its connection to Whetstone Creek, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable water resource management and the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance to safeguard both the environment and the community's well-being.
Year Completed |
1973 |
Dam Length |
510 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO WHETSTONE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.46 |
Nid Storage |
184 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
31 |
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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.
Harding Area Council Bsa Dam