Yount Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Mosquito Creek Dam Sauer Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Yount Pond Dam, located in Trumbull, Ohio, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1965 by USDA NRCS, the dam stands at a height of 25.1 feet and has a length of 600 feet. It holds a maximum storage capacity of 114.3 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 8.5 acres. The dam is regulated by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio and undergoes regular inspections to ensure its safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its recreational significance, Yount Pond Dam poses a significant hazard potential with a poor condition assessment. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, making it susceptible to flooding and overflow in case of heavy rainfall. The risk assessment for the dam rates it as moderate (3), highlighting the importance of implementing risk management measures to mitigate any potential dangers associated with its current condition. With its location in a tributary to Mosquito Creek, the dam plays a crucial role in managing water resources in the area and must be carefully monitored and maintained to ensure the safety of nearby communities and the environment.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to stay informed about the status of dams like Yount Pond Dam and advocate for appropriate risk management strategies to protect our water sources and communities. By understanding the intricacies of dam infrastructure and the regulatory processes in place, we can work towards ensuring the resilience and sustainability of these vital structures in the face of changing climate patterns and increasing water-related challenges.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
600 |
Dam Height |
25.1 |
River Or Stream |
TRIBUTARY TO MOSQUITO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.5 |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
114.3 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
25 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
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. Investigations and studies are necessary.
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.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams 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, environment 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.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
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