Somerset Reservoir Dam

Significant HazardPoor ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateOhio
CountyPerry
Nearest CityCARTHON
River/StreamTRIBUTARY TO SOMERSET CREEK
Coordinates39.78389, -82.29167

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height35 ft
Dam Height35 ft
Dam Length375 ft
Year Completed1941 (85 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage130 acre-ft
Max Storage130 acre-ft
Normal Storage78 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge2,738 cfs

Ownership & Safety

PurposeWater Supply
OwnerVillage of Somerset
Owner TypeLocal Government
Hazard ClassificationSignificant
Condition AssessmentPoor
Last Inspection06/16/2022
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDOH00799
Federal IDOH00799
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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