Ismond Pond Dam
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 Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 146 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00312 |
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
ODNR, Division of Wildlife
State Government
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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.