Swiger Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Swiger Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 51.3% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 245 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00998 |
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
Carl D & Julia Swiger
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swiger Pond Dam?
Swiger 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 Swiger Pond Dam?
Swiger Pond Dam is owned by Carl D & Julia Swiger (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swiger Pond Dam built?
Swiger Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Swiger Pond Dam?
Swiger 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 Swiger Pond Dam?
Swiger Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Swiger Pond Dam last inspected?
Swiger Pond Dam was last inspected on December 11, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.