Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO RILEY RUN· Columbiana, Ohio· Built 1960· Earth· 39 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam is classified as significant hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 39 ft (taller than 81.2% in OH)
Dam Length320 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage66 acre-ft
Normal Storage53 acre-ft
Surface Area4 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge250 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDOH01055

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 11, 2019
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Summitcrest Farms

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam?

Summitcrest Farm 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 Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam?

Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam is owned by Summitcrest Farms (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam built?

Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam?

Summitcrest Farm 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 Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam?

Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam last inspected?

Summitcrest Farm Pond Dam was last inspected on June 11, 2019. 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.