Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 71.7% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 215 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 145 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00868 |
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
ODNR, Division of Wildlife
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam?
Peabody Coal Company Pond 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 Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam?
Peabody Coal Company 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 Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam built?
Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam?
Peabody Coal Company 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 Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam?
Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam last inspected?
Peabody Coal Company Pond Dam was last inspected on October 25, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.