Upper Wabash Structure No. 2 dam
Upper Wabash Structure No. 2
Upper Wabash Structure No. 2 is a vital flood risk reduction infrastructure located in Fort Recovery, Ohio, along a tributary to the Wabash River. Built in 1963 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and stretches over 916 feet, providing a storage capacity of 197 acre-feet to help mitigate flooding in the area. The dam's primary purpose is flood risk reduction, and it is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources.
With a low hazard potential and fair condition assessment, Upper Wabash Structure No. 2 plays a crucial role in managing floodwaters in Mercer County, Ohio. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it has uncontrolled outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk level, the dam meets guidelines for emergency action plans, although its last inspection was conducted in 2019. The structure's location and design make it a key asset for water resource management and climate resilience in the region.
Overall, Upper Wabash Structure No. 2 serves as a significant component of the flood risk reduction infrastructure in Ohio, contributing to the protection of communities and valuable resources in the area. With its history of construction by the USDA NRCS and ongoing regulation by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, this earth dam continues to play a crucial role in safeguarding against potential flood events along the Wabash River tributary. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and appreciating the importance of structures like Upper Wabash Structure No. 2 is essential for promoting sustainable water management practices and enhancing resilience to changing environmental conditions.
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 Upper Wabash Structure No. 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Beaver Creek Near Celina Oh | 42 cfs | → |
| Loramie Creek Near Newport Oh | 3 cfs | → |
| Loramie Creek Near Fort Loramie Oh | 47 cfs | → |
| Mississinewa River Near Ridgeville | 38 cfs | → |
| Salamonie River At Portland | 15 cfs | → |
| Greenville Creek Near Bradford Oh | 108 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Upper Wabash Structure No. 2.
Fishing spots
Track Upper Wabash Structure No. 2 in the Snoflo app
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About Upper Wabash Structure No. 2
Where does the data for Upper Wabash Structure No. 2 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 Low 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 Upper Wabash Structure No. 2.