Halley Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO ALDRIDGE RUN· Morgan, Ohio· Built 1959· Earth· 32 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Halley Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in OH)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage56 acre-ft
Normal Storage49 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge4 cfs
Year Completed1959 (67 years old)
NID IDOH00276

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: November 20, 2018
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Jeremy and Carrie Young

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Halley Pond Dam?

Halley Pond 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 Halley Pond Dam?

Halley Pond Dam is owned by Jeremy and Carrie Young (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Halley Pond Dam built?

Halley Pond Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Halley Pond Dam?

Halley 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 Halley Pond Dam?

Halley Pond Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Halley Pond Dam last inspected?

Halley Pond Dam was last inspected on November 20, 2018. 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.