Von Gunten Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Von Gunten 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 | 30 ft (taller than 61.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 566 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00494 |
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
Kuchar, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Von Gunten Pond Dam?
Von Gunten 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 Von Gunten Pond Dam?
Von Gunten Pond Dam is owned by Kuchar, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Von Gunten Pond Dam built?
Von Gunten 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 Von Gunten Pond Dam?
Von Gunten 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 Von Gunten Pond Dam?
Von Gunten Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Von Gunten Pond Dam last inspected?
Von Gunten Pond Dam was last inspected on November 4, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.