Dams in Gallia County, Ohio
11Total Dams
4High Hazard
4Significant
Dam Safety in Gallia County, Ohio
Gallia County has 11 dams tracked in the National Inventory of Dams. Of these, 4 are classified as high hazard — meaning failure would probably cause loss of human life. Another 4 carry a significant hazard classification. Currently, 2 dams have a condition assessment of poor or unsatisfactory.
The average dam in Gallia County is 59 years old. The most common purpose is tailings. The tallest dam is Stingy Run Fly Ash Dam at 93 ft.
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Data note: Hazard potential describes the consequences if a dam failed; it does not predict the likelihood of failure. Inspection, condition, and emergency-plan fields can be incomplete or delayed. Check state dam-safety officials and local emergency managers for official guidance.
| Dam | Hazard | Condition | Height (ft) | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stingy Run Fly Ash Dam | High | Satisfactory | 93 | Tailings | 1974 |
| Rio Grande Reservoir | High | Poor | 30 | Recreation | 1959 |
| Tycoon Lake Dam | High | Poor | 29 | Recreation | 1961 |
| Gavin Bottom Ash Pond | High | Satisfactory | 26 | Tailings | 1974 |
| Kyger Creek Bottom Ash Pond | Significant | Fair | 41 | Tailings | 1955 |
| Kyger Creek South Fly Ash Pond | Significant | Satisfactory | 40 | Tailings | 1955 |
| Kyger Creek Tailings Pond | Significant | Fair | 32 | Tailings | 1955 |
| Bidwell/porter Wwt Lagoon | Significant | Satisfactory | 18 | Debris Control | 1999 |
| Camp Francis Asbury Lake Dam | Low | Satisfactory | 32 | Recreation | 1962 |
| Charolais Lake Dam | Low | Fair | 31 | Recreation | 1975 |
| Kenton Dam | Low | Not Rated | 30 | Debris Control | 1967 |