Red Hill Farm Dam No.
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1, located in Guernsey, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam completed in 1994 with a primary purpose of irrigation. With a height of 47.7 feet and a length of 600 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 5.7 acres. Situated near the tributary to Brushy Fork, the dam plays a crucial role in providing water resources for agricultural needs in the area.
Managed by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio, Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure its structural integrity and safe operation. Despite being classified as having a significant hazard potential, the dam's condition was assessed as satisfactory during the last inspection in September 2017. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment measures are currently unavailable, indicating a potential area for improvement in terms of disaster preparedness and risk management.
As a key water resource infrastructure in the region, Red Hill Farm Dam No. 1 serves as a vital component for irrigation purposes and water storage. With its location in a rural area and connection to a significant water source, the dam's maintenance and monitoring by the state regulatory agency are essential to safeguarding the surrounding community and enhancing the resilience of the local water supply in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1994 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
47.7 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO BRUSHY FORK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.13 |
Nid Storage |
192 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
48 |