Ismond Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO LITTLE YELLOW CREEK· Columbiana, Ohio· Built 1957· Earth· 27 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Ismond Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH)
Dam Length385 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage86 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge146 cfs
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDOH00312

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 27, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

ODNR, Division of Wildlife

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ismond Pond Dam?

Ismond 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 Ismond Pond Dam?

Ismond Pond Dam is owned by ODNR, Division of Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ismond Pond Dam built?

Ismond Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Ismond Pond Dam?

Ismond 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 Ismond Pond Dam?

Ismond Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Ismond Pond Dam last inspected?

Ismond Pond Dam was last inspected on June 27, 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.