Runkle Farm Pond Dam dam
Runkle Farm Pond Dam
Runkle Farm Pond Dam, located in Grandview Heights, Ohio, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Built in 2001 by BBC&M Engineering Inc, this earth dam stands at a height of 21.5 feet and has a storage capacity of 316 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 200 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 2682 feet and covers a surface area of 30 acres, serving as a popular spot for outdoor activities.
The dam is regulated by the Ohio Department of Natural Resources and undergoes regular inspections, with the last assessment conducted in October 2014, rating its condition as fair. With a hazard potential deemed significant, the dam is subject to a five-year inspection frequency. The emergency action plan for the dam was last revised in June 2020, ensuring preparedness in case of any unforeseen events. Despite its condition assessment and hazard potential, Runkle Farm Pond Dam continues to be a vital resource for the community, offering recreational opportunities and contributing to the local ecosystem.
Situated near an unnamed tributary to Mosquito Creek, the dam's proximity to water sources highlights its importance for water resource enthusiasts. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, the maintenance and regulation of dams like Runkle Farm Pond Dam are essential for sustainable water management practices. With its strategic location and recreational value, this dam serves as a key component in the region's water infrastructure, showcasing the intersection of water resources and climate considerations in modern dam operations.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Runkle Farm Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Bokengehalas Creek At De Graff Oh | 86 cfs | → |
| Mad River Near Urbana Oh | 138 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Sidney Oh | 591 cfs | → |
| Great Miami River At Piqua Oh | 1,410 cfs | → |
| Mad River At West Liberty Oh - 03266560 | 54 cfs | → |
| Loramie Creek At Lockington Oh | 938 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Runkle Farm Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Kiser Lake State Park - Sailing Club
- Lakeview Harbor Boat Ramp
- Moundwood Boat Ramp
- Lutman Road Launch Ramp
- Indian Lake State Park - Campground Ramp
- Chippewa Marina
Track Runkle Farm Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Runkle Farm Pond Dam
Where does the data for Runkle Farm Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Runkle Farm Pond Dam.