Varkony Pond Dam

HARMON CREEK· Harrison, Ohio· Earth· 49 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Varkony Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Ohio. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	49 ft (taller than 91% in OH)
Dam Length	1,200 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	109 acre-ft
Normal Storage	27 acre-ft

Surface Area	4 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	0 cfs
NID ID	OH00896

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: November 3, 2022

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: Department of Natural Resources

Ownership

William M. Varkony

Private

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Pine Valley Sportsmen'S Lake No. 1 Dam

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Pine Valley Sportsmen'S Lake No. 2 Dam

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Pine Valley Sportsmen'S Lake No. 3 Dam

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Lamborn No. 4 Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Varkony Pond Dam?

Varkony Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Varkony Pond Dam?

Varkony Pond Dam is owned by William M. Varkony (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Varkony Pond Dam?

Varkony 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 Varkony Pond Dam?

Varkony Pond Dam has a dam height of 49 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 Varkony Pond Dam last inspected?

Varkony Pond Dam was last inspected on November 3, 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.