Long Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO GRAND RIVER· Lake, Ohio· Built 1986· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Long Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 61.5% in OH)
Dam Length235 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage65 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge181 cfs
Year Completed1986 (40 years old)
NID IDOH01872

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: April 5, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Lake County Rod & Gun Club

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Long Pond Dam?

Long 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 Long Pond Dam?

Long Pond Dam is owned by Lake County Rod & Gun Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Long Pond Dam built?

Long Pond Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Long Pond Dam?

Long 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 Long Pond Dam?

Long Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Long Pond Dam last inspected?

Long Pond Dam was last inspected on April 5, 2016. 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.