Russellville Reservoir Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Russellville Reservoir Dam, located in Russellville, Ohio, was completed in 1963 and serves as a vital water resource for the region.
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Summary
This private dam, primarily used for recreation, stands at a height of 38.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 256 acre-feet. With a normal storage capacity of 90 acre-feet and a surface area of 5.8 acres, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water flow and providing recreational opportunities for the community.
Despite its low hazard potential, Russellville Reservoir Dam has a poor condition assessment as of June 2018. The dam is constructed primarily of earth and stone materials, with a soil foundation. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, and it features uncontrolled outlet gates. While the risk assessment for the dam is moderate, there are no known emergency action plans in place, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
Managed by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Russellville Reservoir Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. With its location along a tributary to West Fork Eagle Creek, the dam plays a critical role in water management and conservation efforts in Brown County, Ohio. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find Russellville Reservoir Dam to be a fascinating example of infrastructure that blends recreation with the essential task of ensuring water safety and sustainability for the community.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Length |
300 |
Dam Height |
38.9 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO WEST FORK EAGLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.8 |
Drainage Area |
3.46 |
Nid Storage |
256 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
39 |
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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.
Russellville Reservoir Dam