Vancamp Pond Dam

TRIBUTARY TO DEER CREEK· Pickaway, Ohio· Built 1955· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Vancamp Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 64.6% in OH)
Dam Length195 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage23 acre-ft
Normal Storage14 acre-ft
Surface Area2 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge1,294 cfs
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDOH00565

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: October 5, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

Linda VanCamp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vancamp Pond Dam?

Vancamp 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 Vancamp Pond Dam?

Vancamp Pond Dam is owned by Linda VanCamp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Vancamp Pond Dam built?

Vancamp Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Vancamp Pond Dam?

Vancamp 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 Vancamp Pond Dam?

Vancamp Pond Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Vancamp Pond Dam last inspected?

Vancamp Pond Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2017. 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.