Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 41 ft (taller than 84.4% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 280 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 65 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00255 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Randy and Sherrie Lakes
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam?
Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 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 Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam?
Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam is owned by Randy and Sherrie Lakes (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam built?
Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam?
Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 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 Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam?
Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam has a dam height of 41 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 Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam last inspected?
Laycock Farm Pond No. 1 Dam was last inspected on May 23, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.