Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
7 Dam, located in Tippecanoe, Ohio, is a rockfill dam constructed in 1950 by the Hanna Coal Company for the primary purpose of tailings storage. With a height of 47 feet and a length of 450 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 226 acre-feet and serves as a crucial structure in managing the water resources of the tributary to Brushy Fork. The dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its significant hazard potential, the condition assessment of Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam has been rated as poor. The last inspection in August 2020 revealed the dam's deteriorating state, highlighting the urgent need for maintenance and potential rehabilitation measures. The dam's emergency action plan and risk assessment are currently not up to date, posing a potential risk to the surrounding area in case of a failure. Water resource and climate enthusiasts monitoring this dam should be aware of its condition and advocate for necessary actions to ensure the safety and integrity of Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam for the future.
Year Completed |
1950 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
47 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO BRUSHY FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Rockfill |
Surface Area |
5.6 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
226 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
47 |
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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.
Brushy Fork No. 7 Dam
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