Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Rippe Pond No.


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Summary

2 Dam, located in Loveland, Ohio, is a private earth dam built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS. With a height of 34.4 feet and a length of 250 feet, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a storage capacity of 35.2 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 2.7 acres. Situated on a tributary to the Little Miami River, the dam is regulated and inspected by the Department of Natural Resources in Ohio.

The dam poses a significant hazard potential with a fair condition assessment as of April 2019. It has an uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates, allowing for a maximum discharge of 52 cubic feet per second. Despite its moderate risk rating, the dam meets regulatory guidelines and has an inspection frequency of 5 years. The risk management measures and emergency action plan status for Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam are currently unspecified, warranting further attention from water resource and climate enthusiasts to ensure the safety and sustainability of this structure.

Overall, Rippe Pond No. 2 Dam serves as a valuable recreational resource in Warren County, Ohio, while also highlighting the importance of proper maintenance and risk management for earth dams in the region. Monitoring and implementing necessary measures to address any potential hazards and improve the condition of the dam will be crucial in safeguarding both the environment and surrounding communities from any adverse impacts related to its operation and maintenance.

Year Completed

1968

Dam Length

250

Dam Height

34.4

River Or Stream

TRIBUTARY TO LITTLE MIAMI RIVER

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

2.7

Drainage Area

0.11

Nid Storage

35.2

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Significant

Foundations

Soil

Nid Height

34
       
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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. 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

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, 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.