Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3 dam
Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3
Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3, located in Huron, Ohio, is a vital water supply structure managed by the local government. Constructed in 1900 by L.E. Chapin of Canton, this earth dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a storage capacity of 290 acre-feet. With a surface area of 14 acres and a drainage area of 0.03 square miles, the reservoir serves the primary purpose of providing water supply for the city of Bellevue.
Despite its historical significance, Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3 is rated with a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment as of the last inspection in June 2018. The dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement to ensure public safety. Although the dam has not been modified in recent years, its emergency action plan was last revised in August 2020, indicating a commitment to preparedness and risk management.
With its connection to the Snyder's Ditch offstream and its critical role in the water supply infrastructure of Bellevue, this reservoir showcases the importance of maintaining and monitoring aging dams to ensure the safety and security of communities. Climate enthusiasts and water resource experts can appreciate the historical significance and ongoing regulatory efforts surrounding Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3, highlighting the intersection of infrastructure, environment, and public safety in the face of changing climate 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 Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Huron River At Milan Oh | 235 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek Near Republic Oh | · | → |
| Old Woman Creek At Berlin Rd Near Huron Oh | 36 cfs | → |
| Sandusky River Near Fremont Oh | 562 cfs | → |
| Rock Creek At Tiffin Oh | 15 cfs | → |
| Sandusky River At Tiffin Oh | 577 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3.
Boat launches
- Bellevue Reservoir
- Resthaven Wildlife Area - Pond No. 8
- Dempsey Wildlife Area
- East Harbor State Park - Campground Boat Ramp
- Portage River Wildlife Access
- Mazurik State Wildlife Area
Campgrounds
- Crystal Rock Campground
- Zeller's Beach
- Camping Area E
- Group Area 1 Camping Area G Group
- Group Area 2 Camping Area G
- Freedom Valley Campground
Fishing spots
Track Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3 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 Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3
Where does the data for Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3 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 High 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 Bellevue Upground Reservoir No. 3.