Fritz Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO ALDER LICK RUN· Columbiana, Ohio· Built 1974· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length490 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage79 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge166 cfs
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDOH00907

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 11, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Lauri J. Fritz

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.