Cooke Pond No. 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Cooke Pond No. 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 7.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 683 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00457 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Walnut Grain Farms, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cooke Pond No. 2 Dam?
Cooke Pond No. 2 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. 2 Dam?
Cooke Pond No. 2 Dam is owned by Walnut Grain Farms, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cooke Pond No. 2 Dam built?
Cooke Pond No. 2 Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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. 2 Dam?
Cooke Pond No. 2 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. 2 Dam?
Cooke Pond No. 2 Dam has a dam height of 13 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. 2 Dam last inspected?
Cooke Pond No. 2 Dam was last inspected on May 27, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.