Elk Creek Meadow Ridge Pond #2 Dam in Butler County, Ohio, stands as a noteworthy structure regulated by the Department of Natural Resources and designed by the USDA NRCS.
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Completed in 1970, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 5.4 acres and a storage capacity of 76 acre-feet. With a height of 23.2 feet and a length of 340 feet, the dam poses a significant hazard potential but maintains a fair condition assessment as of 2016.
Located in Miltonville and tributary to Elk Creek, this dam holds a vital role in the local water resource infrastructure, with a drainage area of 0.44 square miles. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam undergoes state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safe operation. With a moderate risk assessment rating and designated as a significant hazard, Elk Creek Meadow Ridge Pond #2 Dam serves as a critical water management structure in the region, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to protect against potential risks and ensure public safety.
Year Completed |
1970 |
Dam Length |
340 |
Dam Height |
23.2 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO ELK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
76 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |