Buckeye Water District Reservoir Ii dam
Buckeye Water District Reservoir Ii
Buckeye Water District Reservoir II, located in Columbiana, Ohio, is a vital earth dam structure designed by Dallis Dawson & Associates for the primary purpose of water supply. Completed in 2020, this reservoir boasts a maximum storage capacity of 8,035 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 55.2 feet. With a surface area of 4.7 acres and a dam height of 38 feet, this off-stream reservoir on Little Yellow Creek plays a crucial role in meeting the water needs of the local community.
The Buckeye Water District Reservoir II is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources, ensuring that it meets state standards for safety and efficiency. The dam is inspected regularly, with the most recent assessment in January 2021 deeming its condition as satisfactory. Despite its high hazard potential, the reservoir has a well-prepared emergency action plan to mitigate any risks and ensure the safety of nearby residents in the event of a dam failure. With its important role in water supply and commitment to regulatory compliance, Buckeye Water District Reservoir II stands as a key infrastructure asset in the region.
As a significant water resource in Ohio, Buckeye Water District Reservoir II provides essential storage capacity and reliable water supply for the local community. With its strategic location and impressive storage volume, this reservoir represents a critical piece of infrastructure for the region's water management. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the careful regulation and maintenance of reservoirs like Buckeye Water District Reservoir II are essential in ensuring a sustainable and secure water supply for years to come.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Buckeye Water District Reservoir Ii -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Yellow Creek Near Hammondsville Oh | 63 cfs | → |
| Little Beaver Creek Near East Liverpool Oh | 349 cfs | → |
| Kings Creek At Weirton | 16 cfs | → |
| Raccoon Creek At Moffatts Mill | 68 cfs | → |
| Beaver River At Beaver Falls | 3,250 cfs | → |
| Beaver River At Wampum | 2,290 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Buckeye Water District Reservoir Ii.
Track Buckeye Water District Reservoir Ii in the Snoflo app
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About Buckeye Water District Reservoir Ii
Where does the data for Buckeye Water District Reservoir Ii come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the High hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Buckeye Water District Reservoir Ii.