Sands Hill Slurry Impoundment Dam

Vinton County, Ohio (near PURITAN)

River/Stream: TRIBUTARY TO SUGAR RUN

High Hazard

Failure would likely cause loss of life

Key Facts

Dam Type
Rockfill
Height
131 ft
Dam Length
900 ft
Reservoir Storage
1,200 acre-ft
Year Completed
1992
Primary Purpose
Tailings
Owner Type
Not Listed
Max Discharge
—

Condition Assessment

Not Rated

Hazard Classification: High — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Rated — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
OH02839
State
Ohio (OH)
Coordinates
39.14833, -82.47833
Age
34 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.