Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 26, 2025
Bowling Green Upground Reservoir and Sludge Lagoons, located in Waterville, Ohio, is a vital water resource managed by the City of Bowling Green and designed by William Paxton.
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Summary
This Earth-type dam was completed in 1989 and serves the primary purpose of water supply, with a storage capacity of 540 acre-feet and a surface area of 20.5 acres. The dam stands at a height of 22.2 feet and is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio.
With the Maumee River offstream, this dam plays a crucial role in water management in Wood County, Ohio. Despite its high hazard potential, the dam is in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in 2017, with a regular inspection frequency of 5 years. The Emergency Action Plan (EAP) for the dam was last revised in 2018, ensuring that necessary guidelines and measures are in place for any potential emergencies. This reservoir is a key infrastructure for water supply in the region and underscores the importance of proper management and maintenance for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Year Completed |
1989 |
Dam Length |
6720 |
Dam Height |
22.2 |
River Or Stream |
MAUMEE RIVER - OFFSTREAM |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
540 |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Bowling Green Upground Res & Sludge Lgns
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