Four Mile Creek Site 14 Dam, located in Preble, Ohio, is a grade stabilization dam designed by the USDA NRCS and completed in 1998.
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The dam stands at a height of 22 feet and has a length of 240 feet, with a primary purpose of grade stabilization along an unnamed tributary to the East Fork of Four Mile Creek. The dam's structure consists of earth and stone core types, built on a soil foundation, and has a storage capacity of 53.25 acre-feet with a normal storage level of 10.78 acre-feet.
This dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio and has a low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment. In the event of an emergency, the dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. The dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating some potential risks that are managed through appropriate measures. With regular inspections and a good maintenance record, Four Mile Creek Site 14 Dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources and mitigating risks in the region, making it a vital infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and understand.
Year Completed |
1998 |
Dam Length |
240 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO EAST FOR OF FOUR MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
2.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.5 |
Nid Storage |
53.25 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |