Washington Court House Ug No. 2 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
2 Dam, located in Fayette County, Ohio, is a vital water resource infrastructure designed by URS Corporation and completed in 2001. This earth dam stands at a height of 19 feet and spans 5330 feet along an unnamed tributary to Paint Creek. It serves the primary purpose of water supply, providing a storage capacity of 626.3 acre-feet and a normal storage volume of 274.2 acre-feet.
Managed by the local government and regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, the Washington Court House Ug No. 2 Dam plays a crucial role in ensuring water availability for the surrounding community. With a significant hazard potential and fair condition assessment as of the last inspection in 2018, the dam remains a key infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor and support. Its strategic location and design contribute to its importance in water management within the region.
As an essential component of the water supply infrastructure in Ohio, the Washington Court House Ug No. 2 Dam exemplifies the intersection of engineering, environmental stewardship, and public safety. With its significant storage capacity, drainage area, and discharge capabilities, this dam stands as a testament to effective water resource management practices. Monitoring its condition and compliance with regulatory standards is crucial for ensuring the continued safety and functionality of this vital infrastructure for years to come.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
5330 |
Dam Height |
19 |
River Or Stream |
UNNAMED TRIBUTARY TO PAINT CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.06 |
Nid Storage |
626.3 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
19 |
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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.
Washington Court House Ug No. 2 Dam