Robbins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Robbins Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 21.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,097 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | OH02749 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Blaine Gearing, Shirley Kriegel, and Dan Brashera
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Robbins Pond Dam?
Robbins 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 Robbins Pond Dam?
Robbins Pond Dam is owned by Blaine Gearing, Shirley Kriegel, and Dan Brashera (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Robbins Pond Dam built?
Robbins Pond Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Robbins Pond Dam?
Robbins 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 Robbins Pond Dam?
Robbins Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Robbins Pond Dam last inspected?
Robbins Pond Dam was last inspected on June 8, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.