Pine Creek Structure No.
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8 Dam, located in Pine Grove, Ohio, is a local government-owned structure designed by USDA NRCS with a primary purpose of flood risk reduction. Completed in 1972, this earth dam stands at a height of 36.4 feet and stretches 500 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 613.1 acre-feet and a drainage area of 2.03 square miles, the dam serves as a critical flood control measure for the tributary to Sperry Fork.
The dam's hazard potential is deemed significant, with a fair condition assessment as of November 2020. Its spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam has a solid track record and is inspected every five years. With the Department of Natural Resources as the state regulatory agency overseeing its operations, Pine Creek Structure No. 8 Dam plays a vital role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flood events. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam is a fascinating example of engineering ingenuity and environmental stewardship in action.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
500 |
Dam Height |
36.4 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO SPERRY FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
2.03 |
Nid Storage |
613.1 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
36 |
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