Jeffco Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO PINEY FORK· Harrison, Ohio· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Jeffco Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 73.7% in OH)
Dam Length385 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage59 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge11 cfs
NID IDOH00898

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: Yes
Last Inspection: November 2, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Multiple Owners - 0207-022

Private

Nearby Dams

Jeffco Pond Dam No. 21

Harrison, OH

Significant Hazard 41 ft

Pine Valley Sportsmen'S Lake No. 4 Dam

Jefferson, OH

High Hazard 22 ft

Pine Valley Sportsmen'S Lake No. 1 Dam

Jefferson, OH

Significant Hazard 37 ft

Pine Valley Sportsmen'S Lake No. 2 Dam

Jefferson, OH

Significant Hazard 21 ft

Varkony Pond Dam

Harrison, OH

High Hazard 49 ft

Pine Valley Sportsmen'S Lake No. 3 Dam

Jefferson, OH

Significant Hazard 31 ft

Stevens Lake Dam

Harrison, OH

High Hazard 39 ft

Basich Lake Dam

Jefferson, OH

High Hazard 38 ft

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Jeffco Pond Dam?

Jeffco 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 Jeffco Pond Dam?

Jeffco Pond Dam is owned by Multiple Owners - 0207-022 (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Jeffco Pond Dam?

Jeffco 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 Jeffco Pond Dam?

Jeffco Pond Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Jeffco Pond Dam last inspected?

Jeffco Pond Dam was last inspected on November 2, 2022. 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.