Fritz Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fritz Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 46.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 490 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 166 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00907 |
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
Lauri J. Fritz
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fritz Pond Dam?
Fritz 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 Fritz Pond Dam?
Fritz Pond Dam is owned by Lauri J. Fritz (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fritz Pond Dam built?
Fritz Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Fritz Pond Dam?
Fritz 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 Fritz Pond Dam?
Fritz Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Fritz Pond Dam last inspected?
Fritz Pond Dam was last inspected on June 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.