Robbins Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO OTTAWA RIVER· Allen, Ohio· Built 1992· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length255 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage109 acre-ft
Normal Storage41 acre-ft
Surface Area7 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,097 cfs
Year Completed1992 (34 years old)
NID IDOH02749

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: June 8, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Blaine Gearing, Shirley Kriegel, and Dan Brashera

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.