Myers Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO BRUSHY FORK· Belmont, Ohio· Built 1966· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Myers Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 54.7% in OH)
Dam Length300 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage51 acre-ft
Normal Storage30 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge844 cfs
Year Completed1966 (60 years old)
NID IDOH00296

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: October 5, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Eric and Tammy Waggoner

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Myers Pond Dam?

Myers 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 Myers Pond Dam?

Myers Pond Dam is owned by Eric and Tammy Waggoner (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Myers Pond Dam built?

Myers Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Myers Pond Dam?

Myers 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 Myers Pond Dam?

Myers Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Myers Pond Dam last inspected?

Myers Pond Dam was last inspected on October 5, 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.