Wiemeyer Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wiemeyer Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Ohio. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 67.5% in OH) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 18 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | OH00272 |
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
EUGENE WIEMEYER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wiemeyer Pond Dam?
Wiemeyer 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 Wiemeyer Pond Dam?
Wiemeyer Pond Dam is owned by EUGENE WIEMEYER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiemeyer Pond Dam built?
Wiemeyer Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Wiemeyer Pond Dam?
Wiemeyer 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 Wiemeyer Pond Dam?
Wiemeyer Pond Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Wiemeyer Pond Dam last inspected?
Wiemeyer Pond Dam was last inspected on May 14, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.