Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 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 | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 52 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00539 |
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
Melissa Rippe
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam?
Rippe Pond No. 2 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 Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam?
Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam is owned by Melissa Rippe (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam built?
Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam?
Rippe Pond No. 2 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 Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam?
Rippe Pond No. 2 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 Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam last inspected?
Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam was last inspected on April 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.