Hart Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO GREAT MIAMI RIVER· Miami, Ohio· Built 1952· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Hart Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 42.1% in OH)
Dam Length315 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage28 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge106 cfs
Year Completed1952 (74 years old)
NID IDOH00517

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: October 24, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Wildcat Falls, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hart Pond Dam?

Hart 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 Hart Pond Dam?

Hart Pond Dam is owned by Wildcat Falls, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hart Pond Dam built?

Hart Pond Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Hart Pond Dam?

Hart 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 Hart Pond Dam?

Hart Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Hart Pond Dam last inspected?

Hart Pond Dam was last inspected on October 24, 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.