Comstock Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Comstock Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 33.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 975 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 589 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00278 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Bruce A. Comstock
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Comstock Pond Dam?
Comstock Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Comstock Pond Dam?
Comstock Pond Dam is owned by Bruce A. Comstock (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Comstock Pond Dam built?
Comstock Pond Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Comstock Pond Dam?
Comstock Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Comstock Pond Dam?
Comstock Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Comstock Pond Dam last inspected?
Comstock Pond Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.