Hunters Run Structure No. 2 dam
Hunters Run Structure No. 2
Hunters Run Structure No. 2, located in Lancaster, Ohio, is a crucial flood risk reduction infrastructure managed by the local government with oversight from the Department of Natural Resources. Built in 1955 by USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 56.4 feet and spans 960 feet, providing storage capacity of 828 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of flood risk reduction, this structure plays a key role in safeguarding the surrounding area from potential flooding events.
This significant dam, associated with the tributary to Hunters Run, has a satisfactory condition assessment and is inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity. With a moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has a hazard potential that requires attention, although it currently meets guidelines for emergency action plans. The spillway of this uncontrolled structure is designed to handle a maximum discharge of 2566 cubic feet per second, protecting the area from potential inundation during heavy rainfall events. Overall, Hunters Run Structure No. 2 serves as a critical piece of infrastructure in managing water resources and mitigating flood risks in Fairfield County, Ohio.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, understanding and monitoring the condition of infrastructure like Hunters Run Structure No. 2 is vital for ensuring the safety and resilience of communities in the face of changing weather patterns and increased flood risks. By staying informed about the design, maintenance, and inspection protocols of dams like this one, enthusiasts can contribute to the ongoing efforts to protect water resources and enhance climate resilience in the region. With a focus on sustainable water management practices and proactive risk mitigation strategies, the management of structures like Hunters Run Structure No. 2 can serve as a model for effective flood risk reduction in the face of a changing climate.
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 Hunters Run Structure No. 2 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Clear Creek Near Rockbridge Oh | 34 cfs | → |
| Hocking River At Enterprise Oh | 163 cfs | → |
| Walnut Creek At Ashville Oh | 112 cfs | → |
| Scioto River At Circleville Oh | 1,710 cfs | → |
| Scioto River Near Commercial Point Oh | 1,590 cfs | → |
| Big Walnut Creek At Rees Oh | 140 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hunters Run Structure No. 2.
Track Hunters Run Structure No. 2 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Hunters Run Structure No. 2
Where does the data for Hunters Run 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 Significant 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 Hunters Run Structure No. 2.