Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam

TRIBUTARY TO MARSH RUN· Richland, Ohio· Built 1964· Earth· 17 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 18.2% in OH)
Dam Length975 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge225 cfs
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
NID IDOH00456

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 27, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Dylan and Mikala Bailey

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam?

Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam?

Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam is owned by Dylan and Mikala Bailey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam built?

Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam?

Cooke Pond No. 1 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 Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam?

Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam last inspected?

Cooke Pond No. 1 Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.